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Library Cataloging and Processing Fellow

Dominican University
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Library Cataloging and Processing Fellow

Job Category: Library

Requisition Number: POSTG001713

Posted: July 9, 2024

Job Type: Part-Time

Remote or On-site: On-site

Location: Cleveland MOA
Cleveland, OH 44106, USA

The Ingalls Library seeks a detail-oriented candidate to assist with original and complex copy cataloging and physical processing of library materials in the cataloging backlog in collaboration with Cataloging staff.  

Under the guidance of seasoned professionals, the Fellow will gain experience in standards and best practices for describing, classifying, and processing art library materials in a variety of formats and languages. The fellowship offers essential tools and insights for any person whose career plans include metadata management, technical services librarianship, and art librarianship. 

 

Eligibility Requirements 

  • The ideal candidate will be currently enrolled in an MLIS program with a concentration in technical services, or an advanced undergraduate (rising senior) preparing to enroll in an MLIS program, in good academic standing.
  • Excellent organizational, research, interpersonal skills, ability to meet deadlines and quotas. Ability to work independently and sustain close attention to detail over a long period of time and interpret complex instructions.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) with emphasis in art history or related field
  • Preferred: Working knowledge of at least one foreign language
  • Preferred: Familiarity with integrated library systems and OCLC

 

Responsibilities 

  • Perform copy cataloging of books and non-book materials in English and all other European languages for the library utilizing national cataloging standards, including MARC, AACR2/RDA, LCSH, and LCCN
  • Maintain proficiency in all essential functions of integrated library system and OCLC
  • Process library materials. Includes book plating, spine labeling, RFID tags, counting and checking status and call number in integrated library system.
  • File and shift new library materials into cataloging department backlog.
  • Provide cross training backup.
    • Provide support for Collection Development and Management Services Assistant as needed.
    • Provide support for Processing Assistant as needed, including bindery functions.
    • Provide support for Serials and Electronic Resources Assistant as needed.
    • Provide on-call support for circulation as needed.

 

Application Materials: Please submit a cover letter, resume, references, and one paragraph describing your interest in the opportunity and what you hope to gain from this fellowship. 

  

Application Deadline: July 31, 2024  

The anticipated start date is September 3, 2024 

Rate of pay: $18.00/hr 

Part-time: 20 hours per week.  40 weeks assignment