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Subject: Job Announcement: Cataloging Project Librarian at the Newberry
Library
Date: Fri, 17 Aug 2012 17:01:04 -0500
From: Jessica Grzegorski <[log in to unmask]>
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*Cataloging Project Librarian*
<http://www.newberry.org/employment#plibrarian>
*Department: *Collection Services**
*Summary: *Reporting** to the Cataloging Projects Manager, the grant
funded position is part of the Projects Section in the Collections
Services Department. The Cataloging Project Librarian performs original
and copy cataloging in support of funded cataloging projects. Successful
performance of the duties of this position requires knowledge of local
and national cataloging standards, attention to detail, and time
management skills. The Cataloging Project Librarian will assist with
several funded cataloging projects, with an emphasis on cataloging
atlases, maps, travel guides, geographies, and early modern religion
monographs.
Responsibilities
* Performs original and copy cataloging in a variety of formats,
subjects, and languages, from all periods. Creates and edits records
in OCLC WorldCat and the Library’s online catalog, Ex Libris
Voyager. Applies current cataloging and description resources to
meet national standards, consortium requirements, and local
specifications for managing print and digital collections. Formats
may include, but are not limited to: monographs, serials, graphics,
sound and video recordings, computer files, online resources,
scores, microforms, manuscripts (individual and collections), and
digital materials.
* Assists the Cataloging Projects Manager in maintaining project
statistics.
* Participates in the Department’s goals to process uncataloged
materials. Joins other cataloging staff in efforts to provide
improved bibliographic control, access, and management to
unprocessed, partially processed, and inadequately cataloged
materials in any format. Works with the Manager to determine
appropriate level of cataloging for such materials.
* Participates in cataloging maintenance activities. Helps identify
problems with records in the online catalog.
* Follows the policies, procedures, and workflow of the department
including maintaining Department and Project Section goals for
quality and quantity of cataloging output, effectively managing
time, and providing input for improving departmental activities.
* Participates in staff development activities and keeps abreast of
current trends and developments in professional librarianship and
cataloging through professional reading and participation in online
forums and workshops.
* May participate in divisional and institution-wide activities.
* Performs all other tasks or activities needed for the achievement of
departmental goals.
Qualifications
* ALA-accredited master’s degree in library or information science.
* Minimum of one 1 year cataloging experience with a variety of
formats in an academic or research library using OCLC WorldCat and a
local library system (Ex Libris Voyager preferred). Experience
cataloging special collections materials.
* Experience applying current cataloging standards, practices and
tools, such as AACR2r, LC classification, LC subject headings, and
MARC21 formats for bibliographic, holdings and authority data.
* Experience using tools and resources for describing and providing
access to special formats and materials, such as DCRM(B), Graphic
Materials, Cartographic Material, Dublin Core, RBMS thesauri, AAT,
TGM, and others.
* Working knowledge and understanding of the use of bibliographic
reference tools appropriate to special materials (such as
descriptive bibliographies, foreign language dictionaries, etc.).
* Proficiency in one European language, Latin and/or German preferred,
with bibliographic knowledge of other languages.
* BA degree in the humanities or graduate level humanities courses
(preferred).
* Knowledge of the issues confronting libraries from the growth of the
Web and expectations of Web users.
* Knowledge of current trends and developments in professional
librarianship and cataloging.
* Demonstrated capability and proficiency with personal computers and
software relevant to library, technical services and cataloging
activities.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Excellent organizational, time management and project management
skills.
* Ability to work effectively with others or independently.
* Responsive to changing needs and priorities.
*Benefits:* Group life, health, dental, and vision insurance; fifteen
vacation days first year and twenty days thereafter; two personal days
and paid holidays annually; long term disability, long term care and
TIAA-CREF retirement plan available after one year of service.
*Salary:* Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
*Schedule:* Full time, 35 hours/week, Monday through Friday; exempt status.
*Date Posted:* August 16, 2012.
*Available:* Immediately.
*Term: *This is a two year grant funded position with possibility of
renewal.
Please send cover letter and résumé to the Human Resources Director.
When emailing, please combine cover letter and résumé as one Word or PDF
document and submit that document as an email attachment.
Human Resources Director
The Newberry Library
60 West Walton Street
Chicago, IL 60610-7324
Email: [log in to unmask]
Fax: (312) 255-3509
/No phone calls please./
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Jessica Grzegorski
Cataloging Project Librarian
The Newberry Library
60 West Walton Street
Chicago, IL 60610
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312-255-3650
www.newberry.org
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