Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Special Collections Cataloging Librarian - Wesleyan University

Reporting to the Head of Special Collections, the Special Collections Cataloging Librarian is responsible for ensuring the accurate and appropriate bibliographical description of Special Collections material. Specific tasks include cataloging new acquisitions, processing backlogs, reviewing, revising, and updating existing metadata as appropriate, creating and modifying authority records through the Library of Congress Name Authority Cooperative Program, and performing related research.

In addition, this position oversees the housing and organization of Special Collections materials including stacks management and shelf preparation. They will also supervise student workers engaged in technical services work in the department. Library staff work collaboratively, and this position will actively engage with staff across the library to meet the responsibilities of this position and to contribute to the library’s overall success.

Compensation: $61,300-$72,300

Work Location: On Campus

Please see the full position posting and application HERE.

Position is open until filled. For full consideration please apply by April 1, 2025 when first review of applications will begin.