Law Library Collections & Cataloging Librarian

Louisiana State University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center seeks a Collection Services Librarian.

Reporting to the Head of Resource Management, the librarian develops, assesses, acquires, and provides access to the Law Library’s print and electronic collections to support teaching, research, and service. The role coordinates cataloging, metadata services, serials management, and acquisitions workflows, with emphasis on collaboration, service orientation, and timely communication in a collegial,

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution.
• 3 years of professional experience in academic, law, or research library roles.
• Knowledge of MARC 21, RDA, and authority control practices.
• Experience with integrated library systems and bibliographic utilities such as OCLC.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and workflows.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a collegial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead collection development activities, assess collections, and identify strengths/gaps.
• Manage acquisitions workflows, ordering, subscriptions, and expenditures; communicate with publishers and vendors.
• Perform copy cataloging following MARC, RDA, LC, and related standards; ensure metadata quality.
• Engage in professional development and participate in library associations and activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop policies and workflows related to collection management.
• Perform additional duties to support the library’s mission and evolving needs.

Skills

MARC 21

RDA

Authority control

OCLC

Integrated library systems

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

MLIS/MLS from an ALA-accredited program

Tools

OCLC Connexion

GOBI

Ex Libris Alma

Metadata Editor

Job description

Louisiana State University’s Paul M. Hebert Law Center seeks a Collection Services Librarian.

Reporting to the Head of Resource Management, the librarian develops, assesses, acquires, and provides access to the Law Library’s print and electronic collections to support teaching, research, and service. The role coordinates cataloging, metadata services, serials management, and acquisitions workflows, with emphasis on collaboration, service orientation, and timely communication in a collegial,