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Position InformationRequisition Number: 2024080P
Position Title: Full Time Librarian - Cataloging
Salary Range: DOQ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Professional/Staff
Anticipated Start Date: 01/06/2025
Application Deadline: Extended Open Deadline
FLSA: Exempt
Security Sensitive: Yes
Work Hours: Monday through Friday daytime hours, rotating Saturday in Fall/Spring semesters, evenings as needed.
Position SummaryObjective: To provide professional library services with an emphasis on cataloging.
Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree in library and/or information science (MLS, MLIS, MSLS, or MSIS) from an ALA-accredited institution by the time of appointment, or must be earned within three (3) months of employment. If not earned by set deadline, employment will end.Knowledge of best practices, trends, and standards of cataloging operations in an academic library setting.Knowledge of best practices, trends, and standards of integrated library systems.Knowledge of/or ability to catalog a variety of physical and electronic library materials.Knowledge of/or ability to learn the use of appropriate digital technology (hardware and software), such as OCLC WMS, MarcEdit, OCLC Connexion, RDA Toolkit, and Classification Web.Knowledge of/or ability to learn and apply the following cataloging tools: RDA, LCSH, DDC, and MARC21 formats for bibliographic and authority data.Skilled in oral, written, and interpersonal communications.Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English; to perform basic mathematical calculations; to learn and use the online library database system.Strong interpersonal, research, analytical, organizational, and time management skills, and attention to detail.Ability to work effectively in both a team setting and independently and be strongly service oriented.ResponsibilitiesPerforms original cataloging, verifying accuracy against corresponding data in similar MARC records.Performs copy cataloging by editing downloaded MARC bibliographic records according to guidelines in all subject areas and formats.Maintains consistency in the cataloging and classification of library materials.Utilizes professional cataloging tools to assign call numbers, subject headings, and other descriptive information to all library materials.Works with Library Technical Assistants to organize and prioritize unit projects and workflows.Regular maintenance of the integrated library system.Performs reference/research assistance as assigned by Library Directors.Contributes to other professional activities of the Reference and Instruction Librarians.Performs other duties as assigned.May be scheduled to work some weekends and evenings.May be scheduled to teach bibliographic instruction sessions.Working ConditionsRotating Saturday schedule, noon to 4 pm, during Fall/Spring semesters. Occasional evening hours until 9:30 pm.
Required DocumentsResumeCover LetterUnofficial Other Transcripts 1Optional DocumentsUnofficial Other Transcripts 2Unofficial Other Transcripts 3Other Document 1Other Document 2DD214 (required for Veteran's or Veteran's preference)DD1300 (required for orphan's or surviving spouse)NOTICE: The identity of candidates and the contents of their applications and resumes may be subject to public disclosure under provisions of the Texas open government laws (Gov't. Code Sec. 552 et, seq.)
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