Serials Cataloging Specialist — Library Operations

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia Library seeks a Serial Cataloging Coordinator in Charlottesville, VA, to coordinate the receiving, processing, and cataloging of serials and standing orders from around the world. The role includes quality control, vendor liaison, and MARC record maintenance within the ILS ecosystem.

This exempt, on-site position supports the Resource Acquisition & Description department, promoting accurate serial metadata and facilitating library access for UVA researchers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant library experience.
• At least two years of library experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate receiving, processing, and cataloging of serials, periodicals, and standing orders.
• Perform quality control reviews and liaise with vendors to correct shipment/invoice records.
• Maintain and update MARC records; provide training on related tasks as needed.
• Communicate issues to staff and external vendors; serve as the serial control contact.

Skills

Serials processing

Workflow coordination

Library technical services

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MARC records in SirsiDynix Symphony

Job description

The University of Virginia Library seeks a Serial Cataloging Coordinator in Charlottesville, VA, to coordinate the receiving, processing, and cataloging of serials and standing orders from around the world. The role includes quality control, vendor liaison, and MARC record maintenance within the ILS ecosystem.

This exempt, on-site position supports the Resource Acquisition & Description department, promoting accurate serial metadata and facilitating library access for UVA researchers and