Cataloging Librarian

University of Alabama Libraries; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama Libraries seeks a Cataloging Librarian who will manage the cataloging of diverse library materials. The role involves supervising staff, ensuring consistency in cataloging standards, and collaborating on library initiatives. Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Library Science and experience in metadata application, as well as the ability to adapt to evolving technologies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required, plus 2 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of various metadata schemas such as XML, RDF, MARC.
• Experience in library operations and training staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide cataloging of library materials and maintain workflow processes.
• Supervise and train staff and student workers in cataloging.
• Review MARC records for quality control and classification.

Skills

Library Operations

Metadata Schema

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science

Tools

Integrated Library System

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Cataloging Librarian is responsible for providing original and copy cataloging of library materials in all formats to meet quality and production expectations across the collections in a team and project-based environment. The Cataloging Librarian applies metadata for a wide range of formats, using current and emerging metadata schema, principles, and practices. With the team of librarians and the Director of Golden Library, the Cataloging Librarian will develop and maintain cataloging processes, procedures, and workflows.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working in a team-oriented environment, the Cataloging Librarian will:

• Supervise and train employees and student workers who perform copy cataloging and technical processing operations.
• Actively participate in the development, implementation and training of cataloging standards and practice.
• The Cataloging Librarian assumes responsibility for their own continuing education and keeps current on updates, developments and changes in standards and tools required for their work.
• Maintain the authority control system of the library and perform original and copy cataloging /classification in all formats using RDA, LC-PCC Policy Statements and Program for Cooperative Cataloging guidelines, Library of Congress Classification, Library of Congress subject headings and genre/form terms.
• Oversee cataloging materials in all formats including print, digital, manuscripts, rare books, AV, archival and pictorial materials.
• In collaboration with the Golden Library Systems Administrator, takes a lead role in maintaining and configuring the ILS.
• Manage controlled subject vocabularies and apply metadata schema and metadata crosswalks to improve access to the Golden Library website, databases, digital media, etc.
• Reviews all MARC records loaded into the system to ensure they meet standards and has authority in all instances to alter bibliographic copy, treatments, or classification of previously cataloged materials in order to achieve optimum bibliographic control and access.
• Serve as a collection development liaison for assigned disciplines and collaborate with faculty to develop these areas of the print and digital collections.
• Provide reference services and research/information literacy instruction as needed.
• Assist with specialized reports and perform other duties as assigned.
• Contribute to Golden Library initiatives that further ENMU’s commitment to diverse learning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

Minimum Job Requirements:

A master’s degree in Library Science and a minimum of two years experience directly related to the duties specified is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of all facets of library operations.
• Knowledge of common metadata schema (XML, RDF, RDA, MARC, Library of Congress classification and Dublin Core), crosswalks, concept mapping, and interoperability issues.
• Experience working with an Integrated Library System.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Office 360) and familiarity with virtual/webex meeting technologies.
• Demonstrated initiative and proven ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changes in the profession.
• Evidence of excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Evidence of problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate client informational needs and to determine appropriate alternative solutions.