Part-time Library Cataloging Associate

Jefferson Health; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement matching

Job summary

Jefferson County Public Library is hiring a Cataloging Associate to ensure accurate catalog records and authority control for JCPL’s collection. You will support staff with cataloging policies and supervise data quality, applying current library standards in both physical and digital resources.

The role focuses on quality control, data updates, and collaborative work to meet deadlines and production goals within JCPL’s Library Service Center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum one year of related library experience.
• Knowledge of cataloging standards and practices, including Dewey Decimal Classification.

Responsibilities

• Quality check vendor-supplied records and ensure they load correctly in the public catalog.
• Perform copy cataloging for materials lacking shelf-ready cataloging.
• Maintain currency of records and update to current cataloging standards.

Skills

Record quality check

Copy cataloging

Data quality checks

Cataloging software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Library science degree

Tools

Integrated Library Systems (ILS)

Job description

The Cataloging Associate supports access to library materials by cataloging, classifying, and processing physical and digital resources for the JCPL collection. This position ensures the accuracy and quality of catalog records, authority control, and vendor-supplied materials while applying current library standards and providing guidance to staff on cataloging policies and procedures.

Position must comply with laws governing patron privacy and confidentiality under CRS24-90-119, and the Code of Ethics of the American Library Association, as well as ADA governing public access to space and technology.

The Division of Libraries & Inclusion supports Jefferson County Public Library's mission through enrichment of lives and our community by providing equitable and free access to information, experiences and opportunities.

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 08/24/26

Division: Library Division Management Level:

Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20

Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Hiring Range: $23.39 - $29.24 per hour.

RECORD CONTROL:

• Responsible for quality check of vendor-supplied records.
• Compares vendor supplied processing to catalog record and JCPL processing profile.
• Ensures vendor records load and display correctly in the public catalog.
• Performs minor data corrections for series titles and subject headings as needed.
• Performs copy cataloging for library materials for which shelf-ready cataloging and processing is not available.
• Refers complex copy cataloging questions to Librarians and refers authority clean-up projects to Catalog Librarians.
• Directs materials that need label reprints to the proper queue.
• Directs items that pass quality checks to proper queue.

DATA CONTROL:

• Monitors street dates and turnaround to ensure meeting availability deadlines.
• Prioritizes materials for an efficient workflow to meet deadlines and production goals.
• Assists Librarians in running and processing collection status reports.
• Updates records to bring them into compliance with current cataloging standards.
• Performs standard data quality checks and performs maintenance functions to improve quality.
• Participates in inventory control and reporting processes.
• Ensures currency of records for materials being added or deleted to the catalog.

OPERATIONAL DUTIES:

• Assists in monitoring workflows throughout the division and makes adjustments to improve processes.
• Assists in creating a positive and productive atmosphere in Collections.
• Assists in monitoring vendor performance.
• Tracks and reports vendor performance issues.
• Provides support for special projects.
• Keeps current on JCPL policies and procedures relevant to the unit and JCPL as a whole.
• Keeps current on cataloging rules, procedures and maintains expertise in cataloging software and products.
• Participates in software beta testing for Integrated Library Systems (ILS) and provides feedback to supervisor.
• Reports software performance issues to supervisor and systems administrator.
• Participates with others in cross-functional teams to accomplish goals and objectives.
• May assume responsibility as Person-in-Charge on a routine basis for assigned location.
• Takes appropriate actions for emergencies as Person-in-Charge.
• Ensures adherence to established policies, procedures and standards.
• Requests facility or equipment maintenance services.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives to apply, as we believe a diverse workforce is critical to fostering success and achieving our goals.

This union position is represented by AFSCME. Employees hired in this role are part of the bargaining unit and are eligible for union membership under the collective bargaining agreement.

Accommodations Statement : We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [e-mail] . This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum one year of related library experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in library science.
• Previous experience in technical services, cataloging, acquisitions, or collections work in a public, academic, or special library.
• Knowledge of cataloging standards and practices, including classification systems such as Dewey Decimal Classification.

Work Location:

This role is based at the Library Service Center (LSC), a non-public facing facility where staff support collection services and library operations behind the scenes.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree