Cataloging and Bibliographic Access Librarian
For the complete posting and application instructions see usajobs.gov at: <https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/448135800> https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/448135800. The Smithsonian Libraries invites applications for a collegial and resourceful professional to fill a new exciting position of Cataloging and Bibliographic Access Librarian. The incumbent reports to the Head of Original Cataloging/Principal Cataloger, Discovery Services Division, within the Smithsonian Libraries (SIL). The Cataloging and Bibliographic Access Librarian is responsible for creating original catalog records on OCLC and in SIRIS (the Smithsonian Institution Research Information System) and with facilitating access and discovery of materials in the Libraries' collections. Smithsonian Libraries is a participant in the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC), and the incumbent is expected to contribute program records, via OCLC, under the guidelines of the PCC's constituent programs, NACO (Name Authority Cooperative Program) and BIBCO (Monographic Bibliographic Record Cooperative Program). The incumbent also works with metadata processing and record sets for batch editing and importing into SIRIS. Specifically, the Cataloging and Bibliographic Access Librarian: * Creates and contributes MARC cataloging for all material types to OCLC and to the Smithsonian Institution Research Information System (SIRIS), according to national standards and local policies. Much of the collection material is highly specialized or complex, and a large proportion of the work is in various foreign languages. * Contributes authority records to NACO and creates BIBCO bibliographic records. Performs authority control for personal names, corporate bodies, series, and subjects. * Creatively uses MarcEdit and other tools to work with large record sets and undiscovered collection materials. Performs batch-loading and batch-editing of catalog and metadata records, and subsequent quality control, in SIRIS and OCLC. * Applies metadata using the MARC standard for digital materials and legacy collections. Converts metadata from digital environments into traditional MARC library records and systems. * Participates in the development, troubleshooting and use of cataloging software and tools. * Provides support to evaluate, share and disseminate catalog and metadata records for collection materials using Macro Express, tools in the OCLC Connexion Client software application, and SIRSI/Dynix Horizon. Required Qualifications * Ability to create and edit descriptive MARC records on OCLC and in an integrated library system, using current national cataloging standards, principles, and practices. * Skill with RDA, AACR2, ISBD, and LC classification, along with controlled vocabularies, such as LCSH, AAT, and Library of Congress Name Authorities. * Skill with MarcEdit, MacroExpress, and/or other data manipulation software. * General knowledge of scientific and scholarly publications and communications at a level sufficient to assess, catalog, and classify research material properly. * Familiarity with library linked data principals and applications (BIBFRAME, EAD, MODS, RDF, TEI, XML, etc.). * Familiarity with a subject area relevant to the Institution's areas of research or collections such as natural history; tropical biology; anthropology; American, African American and Asian art; history and culture; horticulture; the history of science and technology; or decorative and fine arts. * Reading knowledge of at least one language other than English, with a working knowledge of other foreign languages sufficient for original cataloging as well as complex copy cataloging. Must be able to work with European languages (French, Spanish, German, Italian, and Russian). * Skill with standard desktop applications such as MS Word, Excel, and MS Access. * Ability with written and oral communication skills as shown by written communication, reports, proposals, publications, or public presentations. Situated at the center of the world's largest museum complex, the Smithsonian Libraries forms a vital part of the research, exhibition, and educational enterprise of the Institution. The Libraries unites 21 libraries into one system supported by central collections support services. We maintain publication exchanges with more than 3,000 institutions worldwide that supply Smithsonian scientists and curators with current periodicals, exhibition catalogs, and professional society publications. The Smithsonian Libraries participates in the advancement of science and the arts just as we have from the inception of the Institution. Acting as both public and academic library, as both scholarly resource and general information service, the Libraries offers a galaxy of resources and the help of informed staff to anyone through the Internet or in person. By working at the Smithsonian, you make an important contribution to an Institution beloved by the American public and visitors from around the world. The Smithsonian is the guardian of some of our nation's most valuable scientific, historic and artistic treasures and is a leader in research, innovation and discovery. We offer our visitors a unique, inspiring experience and we offer those who work here a chance to make a difference in the cultural life of our nation. The Smithsonian Institution values and seeks a diverse workforce. Join us in "Inspiring Generations through Knowledge and Discovery." The job posting will be open on Aug. 19 and will close on Sept. 2, 2016, or when the first 100 applications are received. The review of applications will begin immediately. The complete announcement and application instructions are on USAJOBS: <https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/448135800> https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/448135800. Review health and leave benefits at: <http://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits> http://www.si.edu/OHR/benefits. Please contact Lowell Ashley at <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] or Polly Khater at <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] with any questions. __________________________ Lowell Ashley Principal Cataloger Discovery Services Division <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] | 202.633.1642 EmailSignature_option1_noTag_RGB -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "[email protected]" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected].
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