Librarian I Cataloger

Librarian I Cataloger Enoch Pratt Free Library - 3.3 Baltimore, MD Job Details Full-time $51,285 - $61,994 a year 11 hours ago Qualifications French Computer operation Spanish Google Workspace Library management software Computer literacy Writing skills Arabic Content editing Windows Korean Analysis skills Public library experience Master's degree in library science Library Science Receiving shipments Customer support ticket management Master's degree in library and information science Organizational skills Multi-line phone systems Clerical experience Master of Library & Information Science Resource Description & Access Productivity software Processing materials (library and archives technical processing) 1 year Chinese Communication skills Technical Proficiency Data manipulation Entry level Full Job Description The Enoch Pratt Free Library has an opening for a Librarian I Cataloger. The Librarian I Cataloger is responsible for creation and maintenance of bibliographic records in the library catalog. This position adds bibliographic records for new library materials to the catalog and maintains existing bibliographic records to ensure timely and accurate data in the public-facing library catalog. This position works weekday hours 8am-4pm and reports to the Manager of Technical Services.

Department:

Technical Services Location:

400 Cathedral Street Baltimore, MD 21201

Salary:

$51,285 to $61,994 per year

Job Type:

On-site Full-Time, Benefits Included Summary of Duties:

Catalogs materials in all subject areas, formats, and languages, employing OCLC Connexion Client, MARCEdit, and the SIRSI integrated library system. Creates original catalog records when no sufficient records exist, enlisting assistance from Librarian II Cataloger if necessary. Proactively facilitates the cataloging of time-sensitive materials. Creates work slips for Express Cataloging staff. Edits existing bibliographic records to ensure accuracy and consistency of data entered into the library catalog. Answer Solar Winds Service Desk tickets related to correction of title-level records. Communicates with coworkers and clarifies cataloging procedures as necessary (may update cataloging policy and procedural documents). Receives and physically processes orders for new materials, as needed, during busy periods. Serve on library committees as needed. Maintain librarian certification and seek opportunities for education and training Push and pull book carts of library materials. Contribute to statistical records of work performed. Operate copiers, multi-line phones, desktop computers, and other office equipment. Provides general office support, including filing, distributing mail, and directing callers or visitors to the appropriate staff member. Provides assistance for special projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university. Public Librarian Certificate, or requirements necessary to apply for a Maryland Public Librarian Certificate, within 90 days of starting employment. One year of cataloging experience for a library. Experience with MS Office, Windows, and Google Suite.

Physical Requirements:

Physical exertion such as standing; or recurring activities such as bending, crouching, reaching; pushing loaded book trucks; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items such as boxes of books or journals.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience creating original bibliographic records. Fluency in Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, French, Korean, or other foreign languages besides English. Experience with Sirsi, Dynix Symphony, OCLC, Connexion, MarcEdit or OpenRefine. Experience in a public library.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge and use of automated library systems (especially Sirsi Dynix Symphony). Ability to type accurately and to keep accurate statistics. Ability to perform detailed and repetitive tasks for long periods of time. Proficient in MARC21 format and

RDA/AACR2

standards. Proficient in subject analysis and classification. Proficient in computer operating systems, email communication, internet browsing. Proficient in Microsoft Office software. Proficient in data manipulation tools (such as MarcEdit or OpenRefine). Ability to sit for long periods of time. Ability to set priorities and work both independently and with others in a team environment. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Detail-oriented. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Position of Trust:

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