Alexandria Library

Technical Services Position Available

Cataloging Librarian (Librarian II)

 

Duties:    

• Original and descriptive cataloging and metadata creation involving resources in all formats for input into OCLC and local integrated library system.
• Responsible for original and copy cataloging and maintaining authority records of both print and non-print materials (audio-visual materials, digital resources, etc.); legal materials, and non-traditional materials (loose-leaf, folios, bound resources).
• Maintain and modify online bibliographic records by adding, replacing, merging, updating, and deleting bibliographic records as needed.
• Assignment of DDC and LC call numbers and Library of Congress subject headings for records management.
• Manage and maintain cataloging procedures of the Local History/Special Collection’s materials and resources along with supporting projects and digital initiatives.
• Manage and maintain cataloging of the Law Library’s materials and resources.
• Manage and maintain periodicals through ordering, receiving, claims, and prediction records and ensuring the appropriate retention and disposition of materials and records.
• Keep informed of professional developments relating to libraries regarding both traditional and nontraditional services.
• Work cooperatively with branches and is responsive to the needs of public services in providing user centered bibliographic services.
• Willing to participate and serve on library committees and represents the library in local, regional, and national associations.

 

Qualifications:

• MLS from ALA accredited library school.
• Licensed by the State of Virginia (can apply after hiring).
• Knowledge of electronic and traditional cataloging (RDA, AACR2R, DDC, LCSH LCRI, MARC formats).
• Knowledge of OCLC as well as current standards, trends, and emerging technologies in cataloging services, including those related to digital libraries.
• Experienced use of integrated library systems for cataloging and MARC Edit.
• Knowledge of various metadata formats (RDA, Archivist Toolkit, Dublin Core, TEI, EAD, METS, MODS, XML, etc.) for digitization and digital initiatives.
• Demonstrated knowledge and recent experience with cataloging services.
• Practical knowledge of archival policies and procedures; understanding of and experience in implementing archival hierarchies.
• Ability to exercise discretion, initiative, and judgment.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment and participate in additional activities as assigned.

 

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00a-5:00p.

 

Salary: $51,552.80 - $67,503.02

 

 

Benefits:

The selected employee will earn annual and sick leave and is eligible for health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; retirement plans; long-term disability insurance and long-term care insurance.

 

Application Instructions

Click here to apply  attaching one document containing a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references, preferably supervisory.  Address Cover Letter to Ross Farley, HR Manager, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA  22304.  Contact with questions: 703-746-1799, or careers@alexandria.lib.va.us.