Cataloging Librarian

St. Joseph County Public Library; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Pension plan

Retirement fund

FSA

Life/AD&D and LTD insurance

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

St. Joe County Public Library is seeking a Cataloging Librarian to ensure materials are easily discoverable across formats.

You will manage ILS maintenance, apply cataloging standards, and supervise cataloging staff while contributing to continuous improvement in procedures. The role requires MLIS with cataloging focus and Indiana librarian certification within three years, strong communication, and both print and digital cataloging experience.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited MLIS with emphasis on database management or cataloging.
• Valid Indiana Librarian Certification within three years of hire.
• Strong understanding of ILS, cataloging principles, and authority files.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; customer-service oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform ILS database maintenance including purging records and inventory.
• Maintain LOC authority headings; apply LCSH, AACR2, RDA, and Dewey.
• Train and supervise cataloging technicians; supervise in absence.
• Copy and original cataloging; train staff on ILS.
• Prepare reports for senior management.
• Participate in library initiatives and professional activities.

Skills

ILS systems

Cataloging principles

Authority files

Verbal & written communication

Customer service

Technology proficiency

Computers (Internet, Office, Google, 2

Education

MLIS with focus in database management/cataloging (ALA-accredited)

Indiana Librarian Certification (within 3 years)

Tools

OCLC

USMARC

RDA

AACR2

DDC

SQL

Job description

Pay

Hiring Range: $2,096.00 - $2,515.60 Biweekly

Pay Range: $2,096.00 - $2,935.20 Biweekly

The Cataloging Librarian supports the patron experience by ensuring library materials in a variety of formats are easily discoverable by members of the community. Under the direct supervision of the Collection Services Senior Manager, and with an unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the Cataloging Librarian will:

• Perform Integrated Library System (ILS) database maintenance on a regularly scheduled basis including purging relevant records, validating collection data, and assisting in collection inventory efforts.
• Maintain authority control across the collection using Library of Congress (LOC) authority headings. Interprets and applies LCSH, AACR2 and RDA core standards, and the Dewey Decimal System.
• Train, evaluate, and supervise the cataloging technicians to ensure high quality records. Escalate issues as needed to the Collection Services Senior Manager. Supervise department in the absence of the manager and assistant manager.
• Perform copy cataloging and maintain print, nonprint, and electronic materials.
• Perform original cataloging as needed.
• Provide training to library staff on more advanced functions of the ILS as needed.
• Stay abreast of changes to cataloging standards and best practices. Recommend improvements to SJCPL's cataloging procedures when relevant.
• Prepare and analyze reports for senior management.
• Take part in library initiatives, projects, and teams, as well as professional organizations and conference attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• ALA (American Library Association) accredited MLIS (Master’s of Library and Information Science) with a focus in database management and/or cataloging required with at least 2 years of relevant experience required.
• A valid State of Indiana Librarian Certification, obtained within three years of hire as a condition of employment.

Hours

• Full time, 40 hour workweek, Monday through Friday.
• Flexible availability for system updates or response to outages.

Requirements

• Demonstrated understanding of library ILS systems, bibliographic record structures, and core library operations. Thorough knowledge of OCLC and automated library systems.
• Knowledge of and experience with current library cataloging and classification principles, tools, methods and practices, including OCLC, USMARC, RDA, LCSH, DDC, AACR2, SQL programming, bibliographic formats and standard, and authority files.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills.
• Public service orientation and commitment to excellent and genuine customer service.
• Demonstration of character and integrity in all situations while upholding SJCPL’s ethical standards.
• Knowledge and experience with current library technology.
• Experience working with computers, including Internet, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Windows.
• Physical agility and strength to bend, reach, lift, and move library materials (up to 50 lbs.) and to stand for long periods of time.

Ability to:

• Plan and prioritize. Make decisions and work independently and interdependently.
• Accept and manage change. Maintain composure and overcome stress in any situation.
• Identify efficiencies and implement improvements in workflow.
• Display high standards of ethical conduct, honesty, and integrity.
• Be enthusiastic, creative, flexible, energetic, value diversity, and possess a sense of humor.
• Problem solve in a professional manner.
• Form and maintain excellent working relationships with library staff at all levels.
• Manage confidential information appropriately.
• Train and assist others in use of equipment, software, and related items.
• Sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Read small print on labels on books and materials.
• Be accurate and pay attention to details.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Plans
• Employer Sponsored Pension Plan (Fully Vested after 10 Years of Service)
• Public Employees' Retirement Fund and Hoosier S.T.A.R.T 457(b) Employee Funded Retirement Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer Sponsored Life/AD&D and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 208.4 Vacation Hours (26 days) annually
• 80 Sick Hours (10 days) annually
• 10 Paid Holidays