Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks a Manager of Corporate Cataloging, on behalf of our client, a preeminent wholesale book distributor. The ideal candidate is an experienced supervisory cataloger with excellent communication and technical skills who enjoys working with a team in a dynamic environment. This position is located near Nashville, TN.

Responsibilities:

• Creation and management of the MARC based repository;
• Manage professional and paraprofessional associates;
• Hire, train, and supervise more than 12 on-site associates and 10 or more telecommuters;
• Plan and adjust workflow ensuring that all critical deadlines are met and key deliverables are on target;
• Serve as the “public face” of client's cataloging services department and a resource to customer service personnel of multiple departments;
• Recommend and implement policies for bibliographic description and title classification based on knowledge of national standards and practices;
• Report to the Vice-President, Product Database Development

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Library or Information Science;
• 4 years of cataloging experience using MARC 21, AACR2, ISBD, Dewey and LC Classification schemes, LC Subject Headings and OCLC WorldCat services;
• 2 years of supervisory experience;
• Excellent communications and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

·        MLS or Information Science degree from an ALA accredited institution;

·        1 year experience supervising a group of seven or more and/or supervising personnel in remote locations;

·        1 year experience using a Z39.50 client;

·        1 year experience  using the tools of process management, including resolving workflow and logistics issues;

·        1 year experience cataloging materials in a foreign language;

·        1 year experience in cataloging electronic objects.

 

To Apply

• For immediate consideration please email your resume to [log in to unmask] with a courtesy copy to Kathleen Schmidt, [log in to unmask].
• Please address your email to the attention of Kathleen Schmidt.
• Please reference position title AND the position ID number as the subject line of your email.
• Library Associates Companies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that values diversity in the workforce.