TYPICAL DUTIES:
Reporting to the Head of Cataloging, the Library
Assistant in the Cataloging Department participates in the creation and
maintenance of an online catalog of library materials in a variety of languages
and formats including e-books.
Responsibilities include:
• Searching for cataloging records in
the OCLC bibliographic database, import them into the online catalog,
and revise them as needed in the
catalog andOCLC. This applies to newly-acquired material as well as large
quantities of older material whose information has yet to be converted from the
card catalog to the online catalog.
• Reviewing and correcting cataloging records received from the library’s main vendor of outsourced cataloging.
• Creating original, unique cataloging records in OCLC and import them into the local catalog.
• Adding e-book cataloging records to the catalog individually or via batch loads of vendor-supplied records. For the latter, acquire updated files from multiple sources on a regular basis, edit them to standard, and load them into the catalog.
• Updating the catalog to add, transfer, and withdraw items and make corrections.
• Working closely with other Technical Services and library staff to facilitate technical services workflow, particularly in regard to e-books.
• Providing training and guidance to library support staff using the catalog.
• Expediting cataloging and resolving problems for library staff, faculty members, and students.
• Helping to train and supervise student employees and interns as needed.
• Participating in library meetings, committees, and initiatives.
• Participating in university initiatives as appropriate.
• Attending training sessions and conferences as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned, which may include helping to maintain e-book holdings in the Electronic Resource Management System (ERMS) or the Library OneSearch discovery tool (Summon), or creating non-traditional cataloging data (“metadata”) for digital media collections
• Reviewing and correcting cataloging records received from the library’s main vendor of outsourced cataloging.
• Creating original, unique cataloging records in OCLC and import them into the local catalog.
• Adding e-book cataloging records to the catalog individually or via batch loads of vendor-supplied records. For the latter, acquire updated files from multiple sources on a regular basis, edit them to standard, and load them into the catalog.
• Updating the catalog to add, transfer, and withdraw items and make corrections.
• Working closely with other Technical Services and library staff to facilitate technical services workflow, particularly in regard to e-books.
• Providing training and guidance to library support staff using the catalog.
• Expediting cataloging and resolving problems for library staff, faculty members, and students.
• Helping to train and supervise student employees and interns as needed.
• Participating in library meetings, committees, and initiatives.
• Participating in university initiatives as appropriate.
• Attending training sessions and conferences as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned, which may include helping to maintain e-book holdings in the Electronic Resource Management System (ERMS) or the Library OneSearch discovery tool (Summon), or creating non-traditional cataloging data (“metadata”) for digital media collections
The position is in the secretarial/clerical
bargaining unit. This position is part time and works 1456 hours per year.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate degree and two or more years of technical
work experience such as library cataloging, database management, indexing, or
working on the web in a capacity other than browsing.
Demonstrated interest in liberal arts education at
the college level.
Demonstrated interest in e-books and/or other
web-based media.
Proven command of English language.
Demonstrated proficiency in computer keyboarding
skills and working knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, and Internet browsers.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well
as the ability to collaborate and work in a team environment.
Demonstrated customer service skills and ability to
interact effectively with diverse groups.
Good attention to detail, communication and time
management skills.
The ability to understand and apply complex
documentation from a variety of sources, and to contribute to in-house
documentation.
Given that cataloging practices, technology, and
library operations are constantly changing, must be able to display flexibility
and creativity in applying what has been learned to new situations.
Ability to train co-workers and supervise student
employees as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
Certificate or equivalent instruction in library
technical services/technology.
At least one year of cataloging experience at an academic
library.
Experience working with the MARC21, AACR2,
and RDA cataloging standards, Library of Congress classification, and
Library of Congress subject headings.
Strong interest in technology and possibilities for
the future in cataloging, technical services, and the library as a whole.
Some proficiency in one or more foreign languages,
especially Romance languages.
COMPETENCIES:
Decision quality/ judgment, Flexible/receptive to
change, Functional/technical skills, Intellectual horsepower, Organizational
skills, Personal accountability, Problem solving
Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at http://careers.wesleyan.edu/postings/4823
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