Job Description
| Job Summary/Basic Function: |
Reports to the Director of Library & Learning Services and is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:
- Administers the library’s integrated library system (SirsiDynix Horizon), online catalog (SirsiDynix Enterprise), discovery layer (EDS), subscription databases, and other electronic resources.
- Conducts original and complex copy cataloging of library materials in all formats in accordance with national standards.
- Performs database maintenance to resolve problems with incorrect, incomplete, duplicate, or conflicting bibliographic, holdings, and item data.
- Maintains the library’s A-Z list of databases and ensures that subscription databases are configured to provide for off-campus access.
- Troubleshoots access issues with electronic resources and coordinates with the college’s Information Technology Department and vendors to ensure consistent, robust access.
- Collaborates with library staff to plan, implement, maintain, and evaluate cataloging operations, workflows, and projects to ensure effective and efficient description and discovery of library materials.
- Coordinates with library staff on withdrawal, inventory, and shifting projects, ensuring that metadata records are properly updated in Horizon and WorldCat.
- Engages in professional development activities to keep informed of professional trends and practices in cataloging and electronic resources.
- Assists patrons at the reference desk as scheduled.
- Updates the library’s website as needed.
- Performs collection development and other duties as assigned
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
- Master’s degree in Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA-accredited institution.
- Knowledge of LC classification, LC subject headings, RDA, and MARC formats for bibliographic and authority records.
- Strong technical skills and computer proficiency.
- Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented work habits.
- Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability working with culturally diverse populations.
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