Monographic Cataloging Librarian

Code4lib; Tallahassee, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FSU Libraries in Tallahassee, FL, seeks an experienced faculty librarian to lead monographic and foreign language cataloging operations. You will supervise two full-time catalogers, develop workflows, ensure metadata quality, and train staff across MARC 21 standards and authority control.

The role explores AI-assisted approaches to translation and transliteration for non-Roman scripts, collaborates on system-wide changes, and contributes to professional service and research.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent.
• At least one year of cataloging experience using MARC 21 and applying standards such as RDA, NACO, LCC, PCC.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with initiative and adaptability.
• Ability to plan and coordinate projects, provide guidance, and work independently or collaboratively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Leads monographic cataloging operations, including metadata creation, editing, analysis, and quality control.
• Develops and implements cataloging workflows; remediates metadata quality issues.
• Applies cataloging standards and coordinates with colleagues on changes.
• Supervises two full-time cataloging staff; provides training and documentation.
• Contributes to professional service, committees, research, and continuing education.

Skills

Cataloging

MARC 21

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

MLS/MLIS degree

Tools

Ex Libris Alma

OCLC Connexion

NACO

ISNI

ORCID

Job description

Salary: $60,000 - $75,00, commensurate with education and experience.

Created: September 30, 2026

Description

Responsibilities

• Leads monographic cataloging operations, including the creation, editing, analysis, and quality control of metadata for monographic and foreign language resources.
• Develops, implements, and improves cataloging and metadata workflows and coordinates the identification and remediation of metadata quality issues.
• Applies established cataloging and authority control standards and works with local and statewide colleagues on cataloging practices and system-wide changes.
• Supervises two full-time cataloging staff and provides training, guidance, and documentation related to monographic and foreign language cataloging.
• Contributes to the work of FSU Libraries and the profession through collaborative projects, committees, research, professional organizations, conferences, and continuing education.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association (or international equivalent), or a master's degree in a specialized area directly relevant to the position.
• At least one year of cataloging experience using MARC 21 and experience applying established cataloging standards and guidelines such as RDA, NACO, LCC, and PCC.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to take initiative, learn new technologies and technical skills quickly, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to plan and coordinate projects and workflows, provide clear guidance and documentation, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are welcomed but are not required. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not have experience in every area listed below.

• Experience with or interest in cataloging resources in non-Roman alphabets, particularly Chinese, Japanese, and/or Korean, or a background in linguistics or language studies.
• Familiarity with library systems and tools used for cataloging and authority control, such as Ex Libris Alma, OCLC Connexion, NACO, ORCID, or ISNI.
• Experience in supervision, project management, and/or providing instruction and training in an academic or research library environment.

Helpful

FSU Libraries seeks an innovative and resourceful librarian to lead and help shape its monographic cataloging program. This is an exciting opportunity for an early- to mid-career librarian who is eager to build their expertise while solving complex problems, improving workflows, and exploring how emerging technologies can support the future of resource description and discovery.

This position will lead cataloging operations for monographic resources in all languages, including materials in non-Roman scripts, and will work with colleagues to re-envision monographic and foreign language cataloging procedures at FSU. A particularly exciting area of exploration will be the use of AI-assisted approaches to support the translation and transliteration of materials in non-Roman alphabets, particularly Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, while maintaining the accuracy and quality essential to library metadata.

This faculty librarian will supervise two full-time catalogers and will combine hands‑on cataloging expertise with workflow development, staff training, quality control, and collaborative problem solving. The position offers opportunities to build specialized expertise, contribute to professional service and research, and grow as part of a team of enthusiastic learners.

Description

Responsibilities

• Leads monographic cataloging operations, including the creation, editing, analysis, and quality control of metadata for monographic and foreign language resources.
• Develops, implements, and improves cataloging and metadata workflows and coordinates the identification and remediation of metadata quality issues.
• Applies established cataloging and authority control standards and works with local and statewide colleagues on cataloging practices and system-wide changes.
• Supervises two full-time cataloging staff and provides training, guidance, and documentation related to monographic and foreign language cataloging.
• Contributes to the work of FSU Libraries and the profession through collaborative projects, committees, research, professional organizations, conferences, and continuing education.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association (or international equivalent), or a master's degree in a specialized area directly relevant to the position.
• At least one year of cataloging experience using MARC 21 and experience applying established cataloging standards and guidelines such as RDA, NACO, LCC, and PCC.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to take initiative, learn new technologies and technical skills quickly, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to plan and coordinate projects and workflows, provide clear guidance and documentation, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are welcomed but are not required. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not have experience in every area listed below.

• Experience with or interest in cataloging resources in non-Roman alphabets, particularly Chinese, Japanese, and/or Korean, or a background in linguistics or language studies.
• Familiarity with library systems and tools used for cataloging and authority control, such as Ex Libris Alma, OCLC Connexion, NACO, ORCID, or ISNI.
• Experience in supervision, project management, and/or providing instruction and training in an academic or research library environment.

Helpful

FSU Libraries seeks an innovative and resourceful librarian to lead and help shape its monographic cataloging program. This is an exciting opportunity for an early- to mid-career librarian who is eager to build their expertise while solving complex problems, improving workflows, and exploring how emerging technologies can support the future of resource description and discovery.

This position will lead cataloging operations for monographic resources in all languages, including materials in non-Roman scripts, and will work with colleagues to re-envision monographic and foreign language cataloging procedures at FSU. A particularly exciting area of exploration will be the use of AI-assisted approaches to support the translation and transliteration of materials in non-Roman alphabets, particularly Chinese, Japanese, and Korean, while maintaining the accuracy and quality essential to library metadata.

This faculty librarian will supervise two full-time catalogers and will combine hands‑on cataloging expertise with workflow development, staff training, quality control, and collaborative problem solving. The position offers opportunities to build specialized expertise, contribute to professional service and research, and grow as part of a team of enthusiastic learners.

Contact

Alex Chisum, Head of Cataloging and Metadata: [e-mail]