Librarian, Cataloging and Serials

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

Job summary

Dallas Theological Seminary is seeking a Cataloging and Serials Librarian to create and edit metadata records for library resources, manage serials and bindings, and oversee a part-time student worker. The role reports to the head of Metadata Services and involves applying national standards (RDA, LC, LCSH, MARC21) and maintaining accurate holding records.

Responsibilities include processing periodicals, periodical subscriptions, theses/dissertations, and preparing items for binding, with

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS degree required.
• 1+ year metadata experience preferred.
• Experience using OCLC cataloging products; OCLC WMS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and catalog library resources (print books and periodicals).
• Catalog resources according to standards (RDA, LC, LCSH, MARC21).
• Verify/capture classifications, subject headings, and access points.
• Create/update name authority records as needed.
• Process holdings records and local holding records (LHRs) for serials and items.

Skills

metadata standards

attention to detail

organization

staff training/supervision

communication

Education

MLS/MLIS

Tools

OCLC

OCLC WMS

Job description

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/periodicals.
• Order/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.