Senior Library Expert - Cataloging and Discovery-Cataloging

brown; United States; Híbrido; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Brown University is seeking a Senior Library Expert specializing in cataloging and discovery to create and enhance metadata for library resources. You will work with the Library Services Platform and MARC 21, applying RDA and LCSH to support access across formats and languages.

This hybrid, full-time role requires 2+ years cataloging experience, strong communication, teamwork, and a commitment to staying current with cataloging standards through professional development.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience.
• 2+ years cataloging experience.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of cataloging standards.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Foreign language knowledge preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Search bibliographic resources to describe content of library materials.
• Create full-level original cataloging records for general and special collections in all languages.
• Edit complex copy cataloging records across formats.
• Create original authority records under NACO and SACO guidelines.
• Apply MARC 21, RDA, LCSH and other LC schemas.
• Stay updated on cataloging standards through listservs and professional development.
• Describe/catalog manuscript materials if directed.
• Identify and resolve complex cataloging problems.
• Assist users and colleagues with access to materials.
• Collaborate across departments within Technical Services.

Conocimientos

Cataloging experience

Written & verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Cataloging standards

MS Office

Learning ability

Problem solving

Foreign language knowledge

Teamwork

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Senior Library Expert - Cataloging and Discovery - Cataloging

Position Classification: Hybrid Eligible

Job Summary

Creates, contributes, and provides timely access to metadata for library resources to enable and enhance discovery and access. Performs complex cataloging functions in all formats and languages related to the creation and maintenance of bibliographic, holdings, and authority records in the LSP (Library Services Platform) and OCLC.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Searches bibliographic information resources to identify and describe the content of library materials; researches additional online and offline information resources as needed
• Creates full-level original cataloging records for general and special collections, including archival materials, in all languages, under general supervision and following established guidelines
• Edits complex copy cataloging records of library holding in print and non-print formats (e.g., monographs, serials, audio-visual, electronic resources, PDFs, special collections materials, mixed media) in addition to: sound recordings, scores, hymnals, etc. as directed
• Creates original authority records under NACO and SACO guidelines
• Utilizes and understands current cataloging rules, tools, and standards, Machine Readable Cataloging (MARC 21), Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) and other LC classification schema
• Monitors trends in cataloging practice and maintains active knowledge of the latest changes and updates to all cataloging standards through subscription to listservs, review of professional literature, online webinars, colloquia, classes, seminars, attendance at conferences
• Describes and catalogs manuscript collection materials if directed
• Identifies, investigates and resolves complex problems related to monographs, serials, and sets
• Assists subject specialists and library users regarding access to library materials
• Participates in ongoing internal database maintenance and authority control
• Creates and collaborates in the writing of documentation for the Cataloging Department utilizing knowledge of internal and external Library workflows and demand
• Participates in collaborative projects within Technical Services and across Library departments
• Creates and revises item, check-in and holding records and resolves relevant issues
• Trains, coordinates, and directs the work of student assistants
• Monitors Cataloging Department email account: maintains correspondence, responds to patron requests and questions, and/or forwards correspondence to appropriate staff as necessary
• Trains and provides assistance to co-workers
• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with specific subject area expertise as required or equivalent level of education and/or experience (e.g., Associate's Degree plus 2 years of experience, or 4 years of experience)
• 2 or more years of cataloging experience required
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact favorably with co-workers and library users
• Demonstrated knowledge of cataloging standards
• Strong computer skills, ability to use computer software packages (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite)
• Capacity to learn new technologies and systems
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Knowledge of one or more foreign languages preferred
• Ability to take a collaborative approach to decision-making and problem-solving
• Ability to work in a team environment and to actively participate in team-based decision making

Library Union position, which must be posted internally for 5 work days prior to posting for external candidate

Candidates please note: all offers of employment are contingent upon a criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Benefits of Working at Brown

Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown .

Recruiting Start Date

2026-05-12

Job Posting Title: Senior Library Expert - Cataloging and Discovery-Cataloging

Department: University Library

Grade: Library Grades

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type : Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5

Position Work Location: Hybrid

Submission Guidelines: The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote. Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.