Principal Cataloger

Texas State University; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

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 in systems such as the online catalog, OCLC, and Wikidata, and supports the department's migration to enhanced metadata technologies while delivering user-focused service to patrons.

Collaborate with Scholarly Resources staff to ensure accurate cataloging and timely access.

Responsibilities

• Original and copy cataloging of materials in multiple formats and languages.
• Metadata and authority work across platforms (online catalog, OCLC, Wikidata).
• Support migration to enhanced metadata technologies and provide user-focused service.

Job description

Texas State University Libraries is seeking a Principal Cataloger. This position provides is responsible for the original and copy cataloging of materials in multiple formats and languages. The position performs metadata and authority work in multiple platforms, including the online catalog, OCLC, Wikidata, etc. The position is also responsible for contributing to the Department’s migration to enhanced metadata technologies. In collaboration with the rest of the Scholarly Resources department, they will work to provide a welcoming, responsive, user-focused, service-oriented environment for University Libraries patrons.