Cataloging Librarian

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.

• The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.

• Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed - the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.

• In the "My Experience" section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Head for Cataloging, Metadata & Archive Services, the Cataloging Librarian performs original and copy cataloging and classification of print and nonprint library materials, manages the holdings of electronic resources, creates and updates name authority records, and creates and maintains various collections in the University's institutional repository (Digital Commons). Early-career cataloging librarians are welcome to apply.

This is a 12-month, tenure-track position with the concurrent academic rank of Librarian III (Instructor) or Librarian II (Assistant Professor), based on qualifications.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs original and complex copy cataloging for print and non-print formats in accordance with national standards, including RDA, LC Classification, and Library of Congress Subject Headings. Performs authority work and creates local controlled vocabularies to support digital collections. Maintains holdings for electronic resources collections in OCLC Collection Manager and in Digital Commons.

• Performs database maintenance, resolving problems of incorrect, incomplete, duplicate or conflicting bibliographic, holdings and item data.

• Works with the Head for Cataloging, Metadata, and Archive Services to establish priorities for the department, improve workflows, and create and update training and procedural documentation as needed.

• Creates and maintains controlled vocabularies to support digital scholarship and open scholarship projects.

• Assigns duties to clerical support staff and student assistants. Participates in the hiring, training and orientation of new professional and non-professional employees.

• Acts as Library liaison to one or more University academic departments.

• Establishes and maintains good communication and work relationships with University administration, faculty, students and the general public to help accomplish objectives of the University Libraries.

• Keeps informed of professional trends and practices, new cataloging software applications, and University and Library policies and procedures.

• Serves on Library, University and professional committees.

• Collaborates with other library units and departments to lead organization-wide efforts to address issues of diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and social justice in cataloging and metadata practices.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school.

• Minimum of three years of work experience with original and copy cataloging, subject analysis, and classification in formats and authority control, including recognized rules and standards including RDA, LCC, LCSH, MARC 21.

• Experience with current standards for bibliographic and authority data (e.g., MARC, RDA, LSH, LCC).

• Experience with an integrated library system (OCLC WorldShare Management Services preferred) and associated tools, such as OCLC Connexion Client, OCLC Collection Manager, RDA Toolkit, Classification Web, etc.

• Experience creating and applying metadata for digital objects.

• Knowledge of the principles and application of authority control in the automated environment.

• Strong cultural awareness and demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility.

PREFERRED:

• A second master's degree in another subject area.

• Experience in cataloging special formats, music scores, or audiovisual materials.

• Experience with working with vendor cataloging, including quality assessment.

• Knowledge of standards and procedures for BIBCO, NACO, PCC, and SACO participation.

• Knowledge of library linked data standards and applications, including BIBFRAME or RDF, and ability to adapt and extend traditional library standards to meet the needs of a linked data environment.

• Knowledge of issues related to processing, arranging, and describing archival materials, including digitization procedures.

• Knowledge of standards for the description and control of archival materials, e.g., ISAD(G), DACS, EAD, VRA Core, AAT, and TGM.

• Fluency in Spanish; reading knowledge of one or more other languages.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Department

Cataloging, Metadata, and Archives Services

Position Type

Librarians

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at

www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

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