Serials & Metadata Coordinator — Library Services

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 36,540 - 44,660; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Health savings account (IHIU)

Tuition subsidy for employees and/or a

Paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Indiana University’s Jerome Hall Law Library invites applications for a Library Assistant role in Bloomington. The position handles serials, cataloging, and metadata tasks, supports digitization, and assists users with inquiries. The role involves routine desk work, supervision of student staff, and data reporting.

A path toward growth within library services is available. Salary begins at $40,600 annually with comprehensive IU benefits, and requires a high school diploma or GED plus 2 years of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Some College preferred.
• 2 years of library experience required.
• Proficient communication and high professionalism expected.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Experience with information systems and catalog/metadata tools.
• Understanding of security and privacy in library settings.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, processes, and shelves incoming serials and loose-leaf materials; may supervise part-time staff.
• Creates, updates, and maintains serials catalog records and metadata.
• Uploads materials to repositories and assists with digitization projects.
• Supports routine tasks and special projects within the department.
• Handles and monitors library materials, re-shelving, restocking, and locating items efficiently.
• Assists faculty, students, and patrons with inquiries and basic problem solving.
• Monitors library systems and maintains basic records.

Skills

Proficient communication

Professionalism

Time management

Quality-focused

Adaptability

Reliable and thorough

Information systems and web tools

Security and privacy

Cataloging metadata knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some College

Tools

Database systems

Cataloging software

Web-based discovery tools

Job description

Indiana University’s Jerome Hall Law Library invites applications for a Library Assistant role in Bloomington. The position handles serials, cataloging, and metadata tasks, supports digitization, and assists users with inquiries. The role involves routine desk work, supervision of student staff, and data reporting.

A path toward growth within library services is available. Salary begins at $40,600 annually with comprehensive IU benefits, and requires a high school diploma or GED plus 2 years of