Librarian, Cataloging and Serials

Dallas Theological Seminary Inc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, TX seeks a Librarian, Cataloging and Serials to manage metadata for library resources and supervise a student worker. The role covers cataloging, serials management, and processing theses/dissertations, reporting to the head of Metadata Services.

The position requires an MLS/MLIS and experience with cataloging standards and OCLC tools. This is a full-time role with responsibilities across acquisitions, cataloging workflows, and binding coordination.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS degree required.
• Strong knowledge of metadata standards (RDA/LC) and cataloging rules.
• Experience with OCLC cataloging products is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and catalog library resources (print & periodicals).
• Maintain and update library holdings and serials records.
• Process theses and dissertations for repositories.
• Oversee one part-time student worker and report to Metadata Services head.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Staff training

Change management

Education

MLS/MLIS

Tools

OCLC cataloging

OCLC WMS

Job description

Librarian, Cataloging and Serials# Candidate Portal Home## Librarian, Cataloging and SerialsApply: Dallas, TX: Full time: Posted 15 Days Ago: JR100015**The mission of Dallas Theological Seminary as a professional, graduate-level school is to glorify God by equipping godly servant-leaders for the proclamation of His Word and the building up of the body of Christ worldwide.****For more information, read more about our mission** **here** **and also** **read** **or** **hear** **about our core values.****Job Summary**The Cataloging and Serials Librarian (CSL) is responsible for creating and editing metadata records for library collection resources of all kinds. CSL also oversees ordering and receipt of serials, binding of books and serials, and processing theses/dissertations. The CSL oversees one part time student worker and reports to the head of Metadata Services. **Key Responsibilities*** Receive and catalog library collection resources (mostly print books and periodicals).Catalog library resources according to national standards, such as RDA, LC Classification, LCSH, MARC21 formats, and other metadata standards, including local policies, procedures, and practices. Verify or assign appropriate classification numbers, subject headings and other access points as required. Enhance minimum level bibliographic records and create original cataloging records for new editions, as needed. Create new name authority records when needed.Receive books in the mail and process in WMS and create Local Holding Records (LHRs) and create labels for physical items with correct location info for end processing. Correct and maintain LHRs, including location, call number, volume or copy designations, etc. as needed.Process weeded items.* Manage serials/periodicalsOrder/renew/claim/cancel periodical subscriptions.Receive and inspect new periodical issues, and process the received items in WMS.Maintain accurate holding records of library serials subscriptions.* Prepare books and periodicals for binding. Manage shipments to bindery as well as shipments to Houston and DC extension items.* Receive and process theses, dissertations, and copyright releases, so pdfs are submitted to ProQuest and TREN and DTS depository.* Maintain cataloging, serials, and thesis/dissertation operation manuals. Maintain statistics for cataloging and periodical subscriptions.* Perform other library duties as assigned. **Required Qualifications*** Graduate library degree (MLS, MLIS, etc.); knowledge of metadata standards and processes (required)* 1+ year of experience in metadata services (preferred)* Experience using OCLC cataloging products; experience using OCLC WMS (preferred)* Accurate, detail-oriented, organized* Able to manage change, able to plan and execute, able to train/develop staff and supervise* Sees value in creating good discovery systems and wants a career in metadata services **Physical Requirements*** Must be able to lift 20-pound boxes* Must be able to work prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer **Wage Range: $48,080 - $51,000 Annually**Dallas Theological Seminary was founded out of a desire to preserve the centrality of the Bible and its authority as the theological foundation for pastors and teachers to serve the Lord’s church. Throughout the decades, DTS has pursued the goals of our founders by preparing God’s servants for ministry that now encompasses the earth.The mission of Dallas Theological Seminary as a professional, graduate-level school is to glorify God by equipping godly servant-leaders for the proclamation of His Word and the building up of the body of Christ worldwide.Are you ready for the journey? Join 2,600 students and a global network of 16,000 alumni serving around the world. Your calling is our mission.