Principal Cataloger

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Work-life balance resources

Professional development

Inclusive community

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Texas State University Libraries seeks a Principal Cataloger to lead original and copy cataloging across formats and languages. The role performs metadata and authority work on platforms including the online catalog and OCLC, contributing to the migration to enhanced metadata technologies.

In collaboration with Scholarly Resources, the incumbent will foster a welcoming, user-focused service environment for patrons and support superior information access across the University Libraries.

Qualifications

• Master's in Library/Info Science required.
• Ability to operate in complex tech environments and use campus software (SAP, Office 365).
• Knowledge of metadata schemes (RDA, AACR2, LCSH, MARC21, CONSER).
• Knowledge of cataloging practices, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Catalog/re-catalog resources in multiple formats and languages.
• Execute collection projects to support library goals and customer service.
• Collaborate with metadata staff to manage authority-control workflow.
• Enhance and assure accurate authority metadata across platforms.
• Evaluate condition and quality of library materials.
• Participate in professional development activities.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Metadata standards knowledge

Cataloging expertise

Information access standards

Adaptability to complex tech env

Education

Master's degree in Library/Information Science

Tools

SAP

Office 365

OCLC

FOLIO

MarcEdit

Job description

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Principal Cataloger

Posting Number: 2027081

Location: San Marcos

Department: University Libraries

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Monthly Salary: $5,021.00 - $6,276.00

Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Library and/or Information Science from aprogram accredited by the American Library Association.
• Ability to operate within a complex technology environment(includes campus software, e.g., SAP, Office 365, etc.) andspecialized software relevant to cataloging and metadata (e.g.,OCLC, FOLIO, MarcEdit).
• Knowledge of information access standards and metadata schemes(RDA, AACR2, LCSH, MARC21, OCLC standards, CONSER standards,etc.).
• Knowledge of cataloging practices, policies, and proceduresregarding library resources.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of library linked data standards andapplications.
• Conflict resolution techniques.
• Knowledge of Authority Control for names, uniform titles, andsubject headings.
• Knowledge of trends and emerging best practices in libraryservices.

Job Description

Texas State University Libraries is seeking a Principal Cataloger.This position provides is responsible for the original and copycataloging of materials in multiple formats and languages. Theposition performs metadata and authority work in multipleplatforms, including the online catalog, OCLC, Wikidata, etc. Theposition is also responsible for contributing to the Department'smigration to enhanced metadata technologies.In collaboration with the rest of the Scholarly Resourcesdepartment, they will work to provide a welcoming, responsive,user-focused, service-oriented environment for University Librariespatrons.

Job Duties

• Catalog/re-catalog library resources in multiple formats andlanguages.
• Performs collection projects to support Library goals tofacilitate excellent customer service.
• Collaborate with other metadata staff to manage authoritycontrol workflow and serve as point of contact for authoritycontrol vendor.
• Enhance and assure accurate authority metadata across multipleplatforms.
• Evaluate condition and quality of library materials.
• Participates in appropriate professional developmentactivities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants

TXST University Libraries will not sponsor or transfer visasponsorship for this position.

Job Open Date

10/09/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Normal Work Days

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,Friday

Normal Work Hours Start

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End

5:00PM

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy ofnon-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardlessof race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age,marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basisprotected by federal or state law in employment, educationalprograms, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon theoutcome of record checks and verifications including, but notlimited to, criminal history, driving records, education records,employment verifications, reference checks, and employmenteligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete theForm I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity andauthorization to work in the United States. Texas State Universityparticipates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon thesuccessful verification of work authorization. Employees arerequired to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy theconditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and theuniversity makes no implicit or explicit promises to financiallysupport visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink

https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/58771

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9888506 or call [phone] or visit our office at 601 University Dr.,J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos

Texas State University is a emerging research institution locatedin the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautifulTexas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in theTexas State University System and one of the 75 largestuniversities in the country, with over 38,000 students andapproximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over50,000 people located about half way between Austin and SanAntonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texasuniversities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River andthe stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charmof the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banksof the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activitiesthroughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting yourfirst day of employment for full-time employees with Texas Statepaying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for yourdependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and manymore!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendlyresources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellnessprogram
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from avariety of workshops, training, online learning and even accesseducational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academiccourses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networksoffered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans andvoluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one ofthe most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in thenation.