Tenure-Track Cataloging & Collection Development Librarian

Jacksonville State University; Jacksonville (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacksonville State University’s Houston Cole Library invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor and Cataloging and Collection Development Librarian.

The successful candidate will catalog materials, maintain authority records, ensure catalog integrity, and help shape Technical Services policies. The role also reviews current selection tools, submits orders to Acquisitions, and oversees collection development and assessments.

Qualifications

• MLIS from an ALA-accredited program required or equivalent.
• Experience with cataloging, RDA, and OCLC Connexion preferred.
• Tenure-track appointment as Assistant Professor and Cataloging/Collection Development Librarian.

Responsibilities

• Catalog materials as received and maintain authority records.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of the Library’s catalog.
• Plan and implement Technical Services policies and procedures.
• Oversee collection management and development, including assessments.

Skills

Cataloging

Authority records

Collection development

Policy development

Technical Services

Education

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program

Tools

OCLC Connexion

Job description

Jacksonville State University’s Houston Cole Library invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor and Cataloging and Collection Development Librarian.

The successful candidate will catalog materials, maintain authority records, ensure catalog integrity, and help shape Technical Services policies. The role also reviews current selection tools, submits orders to Acquisitions, and oversees collection development and assessments.