Sunday, September 21, 2008

Part-Time Catalog Librarian I - New Britain Public Library

Part-Time Catalog Librarian I - New Britain Public Library, 20 hours per week, $18,720.00 annually. Classifies and catalogs library materials of all types, formats and in various languages. Maintains quality of entries to ensure authority control and quality of database. Utilizes appropriate tools to create original bibliographic records according to commonly used practices. A Masters in Library Science Degree from an ALA accredited library science program and one year of cataloging experience required. AACR2 and Library of Congress Rule Interpretation, DDC, Library of Congress Subject Headings and Free-Floating, OCLC, Subdivisions, and MARC format. Understanding of cataloging principles and practices. Ability to use professional judgment in the application of library rules and procedures. Experience with SIRSI and/or bibliographic records beneficial. Closing date: September 30, 2008. Resume, letter, and 3 references to Library Director, New Britain Public Library, 20 High Street, New Britain, CT 06051 or email to cabrown (at) nbpl.info.