Cataloging Strategist

Library System/Company Name
Richland Library
Job Description

Sample Duties:
-Performs original cataloging of a wide variety of materials for the general collection, serials and periodicals, and special collections. 
-Reviews vendor assigned classifications. 
-Maintains authority records and performs needed authority work in the ILS. 
-Maintains holding information by routinely updating/deleting WorldCat holdings in OCLC. 
-Maintains and updates Richland Library’s ACCESS classification scheme. Plans and coordinates re-labeling projects to align collections with ACCESS changes.  
-Performs original cataloging on OCLC, following current cataloging standards. 
-Works with vendors to set up and maintain library profiles/standards related to outsourcing. 
-Coordinates catalog cleanup processes. 
-Prepares documentation and training tools and participates in delivery of staff training sessions. 
-Analyzes and solves cataloging issues and works with the web team to troubleshoot search and display issues related to the ILS and the website. 
-Collaborates with library staff on special projects/initiatives related to collections and cataloging. 
-Revises and corrects the work of librarians and non-librarians related to cataloging. 
-Edits bibliographic records to assure conformance to the requirements of current cataloging and classification standards and local practices. 
-Keeps informed of developments in technology which may impact Collection Development and cataloging. 
-Remains informed of current developments and changes in rules and standards related to cataloging. 
-Identifies, retrieves, reviews, and imports bibliographic records for e-content as available. 
-May supervise and/or guide the work of professional and non-professional personnel. 
-Applies the Library’s customer engagement standards by demonstrating characteristics of being enthusiastic, outgoing, and strongly customer-service oriented 
-Learns and consistently exhibits Richland Library’s brand promises in all interactions with customers and colleagues; provides outstanding customer service to all internal and external customers; successfully ascertains and meets the individualized needs of each customer 
-Engages, encourages, and assists diverse customers in all areas of the Library in a welcoming, professional, and respectful manner  
 


Location, Salary & Hours:
Where:  Richland Library Main, 1431 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Salary:  $1,837.50 bi-weekly plus excellent benefits

Hours:  37.5 hours per week to include occasional evenings and weekends: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Job Role & Level: P2; Pay Grade & Salary Band: 6; FLSA Status: Exempt

** Richland Library may change location and schedule of any library job.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in library science or related discipline; supplemented by two (2) years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.

City
Columbia
State
South Carolina