Cataloger, BiblioTemps (William James College) (Newton)
Title: Cataloger
Location: William James College
Newton, MA (Hybrid)
Position Type: Temporary
Start date: As soon as possible
End date: 1 month from start date
Schedule:
25 hours per week
Hybrid with at least 25 hours onsite over the course of the placement
Pay Rate: $26.00 per hour
CORI: Not required
Description:
William James College Library is a small academic library specializing in psychology and behavioral health. As part of our EBSCO Discovery Service implementation, we are seeking a qualified cataloger to review and standardize our Koha ILS MARC records.
Working in Koha, the cataloger will review existing bibliographic records, remove records for electronic resources, and reconcile catalog records with the library’s print collection of approximately 400 books.
This is a temporary position with a maximum of 100 hours spread over one month. Exact hours are flexible, but we anticipate the need for at least 25 hours on campus to reconcile the print collection against current catalog records.
Responsibilities:
• Perform original and complex copy cataloging
• Batch edit and delete MARC and item records
• Reconcile the print collection against current catalog records
• Update and standardize existing MARC and item records
Qualifications
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in library and information science or equivalent experience
• Two or more years of professional cataloging experience
• Ability to work independently and manage project deadlines
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must be available to work on campus
Other Information:
This is a temporary, hybrid position at William James College in Newton, MA. Specific hours and days on-site will be determined by business needs and are subject to change with appropriate advanced notice.
Massachusetts Library System (MLS) is an equal opportunity employer.
MLS is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, marital status, sex, physical or mental challenge, creed, religion, political affiliation, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation. Members of underrepresented groups, and those committed to working in a diverse cultural environment are encouraged to apply.
Full/Part Time
Temporary
Education
MLS/Masters
Salary
$26.00 / hour
Closing Date
Closing Date October 23, 2026
How to Apply
Submit resume via the BiblioTemps job board - https://www.bibliotemps.com/jobs
Contact with questions – bibliotemps@masslibsystem.org
Posted
2026-10-16