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Cataloger -- University of Chicago -- Illinois
Library: The University of Chicago Library seeks applicants for the
position of Cataloger. The Cataloging Department is part of the Technical
and Electronic Services Division. The position reports to the head of the
Monographic Cataloging Section, but will also work with the head of the
Serials and Electronic Resources Section and the head of the Database
Management and Copy Cataloging Section as necessary. The Department has
five sections, with eight professional librarians and seventeen FTE
support staff. The cataloger is responsible for original cataloging of
monographs and other formats in modern Hebrew as well as European
languages, in all subjects. The Library is a member of the Program for
Cooperative Cataloging, and descriptive cataloging is performed in
accordance with national standards. Subject analysis and classification
assignment follow Library of Congress standards and local practice.
Authority records follow NACO standards and are contributed to the
national authority file. The cataloger also investigates and participates
in implementation of solutions for providing bibliographic control for all
types of resources including electronic resources. For the full
description see
http://www.lib.uchicago.edu/e/jobs/librarianvacant.html.
Qualifications: An MLS or MLIS degree from an ALA accredited
institution; excellent knowledge of modern Hebrew and Jewish studies; good
reading knowledge of at least two eastern or Western European languages,
preferably Russian or German; integrated library system experience;
proficiency in using PC-based applications and other computer
applications; and familiarity with Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules, 2nd
ed, knowledge of Library of Congress rule interpretations, Library of
Congress classification via Classweb, Library of Congress subject headings
via OCLC's authority file, the Subject Cataloging Manual, and the PCC SACO
manual, MARC 21 formats for bibliographic and authority data and the NACO
manual for authority work are all required. The ability to communicate
effectively and constructively with colleagues, with supervisors, and with
other staff, both within and outside the department; complex problem
solving and decision-making; and a commitment to ongoing professional
development and growth are also required. The following skills and
experience are preferred: cataloging experience and familiarity with
non-MARC descriptive metadata standards such as MODS and EAD; flexibility
about performing different cataloging tasks as departmental and library
needs change, willingness to work on special projects or assignments; a
strong service orientation; the ability to write and implement procedures;
analytical and training skills; ability to prioritize work to ensure that
departmental and library goals are realized, and the ability to work
independently as well as part of a team in a production-oriented, dynamic
environment. Salary and Benefits: Appointment salary based on
qualifications and experience. Benefits include retirement plan,
insurance, and paid time off. There is a tuition benefit plan for college
age and younger children. Application: should include letter of
application, resume and names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone
numbers of three references. Review of application will begin upon
receipt and continue until the position is filled. Applications received
by November 30, 2006, will be assured consideration. Applications may be
sent by e-mail to [log in to unmask] with attention to
Denise Weintraub. Please note applicant name on resume attachment.
AA/EOE.
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