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Continuing Resources Cataloger (2 positions), Harvard University (Cambridge)

Continuing Resources Cataloger
Harvard Library
67607BR
Job Summary:

Catalogs continuing resources in all formats and performs standard bibliographic maintenance according to CONSER guidelines, including preparation and maintenance of associated authority, holdings, and item records according to appropriate national and local standards. 
Performs subject analysis and classification following national standards and local practice. 
Resolves problems of incorrect, incomplete, or conflicting bibliographic, holdings, and item data.
May perform original cataloging for all formats, languages and material types processed by the ITS department. 
May act as liaison with other related library units within or outside the University.
Serves as a resource for questions and problem solving, especially for copy cataloging issues, as well as for linguistic questions in areas of personal expertise.
Provides input used in unit-wide planning, including the analysis, documentation, coordination, and implementation of workflows; collaborates with manager and staff in planning of new projects and work initiatives.
Suggests innovations and generates ideas for improving workflows and creating efficiencies.
May assist in hiring, scheduling, and distributing work to staff and student workers, including supervision of student workers as needed.
Trains staff in copy cataloging and basic metadata creation methods and procedures, and reviews work of trainees as appropriate. 
Stays informed of technical services trends, changing practices, new cataloging software applications, and local technology changes. Participates in local meetings and discussion groups. Participation in professional organizations and attendance at regional and/or national conferences is valued.
Contributes to national programs such as CONSER and NACO, as appropriate.
Manages/supports access and discovery in systems such as Harvard’s Digital Repository Service for born-digital serial materials as needed.
Works according to changing daily priorities, demonstrates flexibility and ability to shift between multiple tasks effectively.
Communicates with vendors, publishers, and bibliographers; conducts professional correspondence when needed to solve problems.
Creates and updates training and procedural documentation.
Ensures materials tracking through item record and work order creation/editing and routing newly cataloged materials according to established procedures. 
May contribute to and oversee special projects, including documentation and statistics.
Initiates changes to systems and procedures and implements and executes approved changes.
May create and update data for e-resources in Alma and OCLC.
May develop and work on batch processes and other workflow efficiencies.
May create national-level series authority records for monograph series received on standing orders or through approval plans, and for other series as appropriate.
Performs duties with professionalism, which includes relating to others in group settings and individually in a courteous, cooperative, sensitive, and collegial manner.
Maintains the confidentiality of all department and University information. 
Contributes to the overall goals of the department as appropriate. 
 

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

MLS or equivalent combination of education and experience 
Two years of cataloging experience required, preferably with serials.
Solid working knowledge of RDA, LC/PCC Policy Statements, Library of Congress Subject Headings, Library of Congress Classification, and MARC 21 bibliographic formats. 
Working knowledge of authority control, including the creation and use of authority records. 
Working knowledge of at least one Germanic, Romance, or Middle Eastern language. 
Demonstrated facility with technology required, including experience with integrated library systems and bibliographic utilities, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. 
Competency in keyboarding required. 
 
Additional Qualifications and Skills:

Ability to use technology in creative ways to solve problems or facilitate workflow. 
CONSER cataloging and NACO experience preferred, preferably in a large research library. 
Experience in training and providing oversight of routine activities of library assistants and student employees preferred.
Working knowledge of pre-RDA cataloging rules highly desirable. 
Working knowledge of non-MARC metadata schemas highly desirable. 
Knowledge of Middle Eastern languages or additional foreign languages of materials processed by the unit highly desirable. 
Must be able to perform work accurately with acute attention to detail.
Ability to work productively and cooperatively in a team environment, with flexibility and versatility in an evolving work situation required.
Must be able to remain calm under pressure and maintain a professional demeanor when assisting colleagues with problems.
Must have excellent organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Must exhibit strong initiative.
Experience with the Alma integrated library system preferred. 
Work experience in a production-oriented and technology-enhanced environment preferred. 
Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills preferred.  
Ability to perform repetitive work accurately with fine attention to details. 
Ability to work independently to perform complex tasks. 
Ability to meet project deadlines. 
Commitment to being part of a continuous learning environment, updating skills as required to perform job duties. 
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging and antiracism.
 

 
 

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary Range

$68,100.00 - $111,500.00  / year

Salary Notes

Amount will vary based on the candidate’s relevant experience.

Closing Date

How to Apply

For full job description and application process, see: Continuing Resources Cataloger | Harvard University

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Posted

2024-12-18 |  Quick link to this job