The Presbyterian Historical Society (PHS) in Philadelphia, PA, is hiring a
full-time, permanent Cataloging and Metadata Librarian. This position oversees
and performs cataloging and metadata work at PHS and does original cataloging
of complex and rare materials; manages and maintains catalog software and
liaises with vendors; leads efforts to implement a reparative and inclusive
approach to description; and contributes to remote reference.
Job Duties
Perform original and complex copy cataloging for a variety of formats,
including monographs, serials, manuscripts, and audiovisual materials utilizing
national standards (i.e. MARC, RDA, AACR2, DCRM(B), LCSH). Create MARC records
for archival collections. Enhance records for previously cataloged items.
Assess PHS materials needing electronic catalog records and produce new or
copy-catalog records as required; maintain documentation on re-cataloging
projects.
Oversee copy cataloging work performed by staff.
Contribute to remote reference (20% of time).
Manage relationships with catalog software vendors and oversee performance of
and upgrades to the Koha integrated library system (Calvin) and Presto
integrated databases (Sheppard) and assist with troubleshooting software issues.
Perform and coordinate automated and manual catalog maintenance, including
global editing, record enhancement, and batch deleting of records.
Create or revise name authority (NACO) records.
Lead and advise staff on efforts to implement a reparative and inclusive
approach to bibliographic, archival, and digital content description, including
development of associated policies and maintenance of terminology crosswalk.
Participate in metadata crosswalking, cleanup, and migration projects for
digital content.
Work as a member of Technical Services teams to evaluate and document local
cataloging policies and procedures and establish efficient workflows for
cataloging, database maintenance, and non-MARC metadata creation.
Maintain awareness of, and engagement with, national and international trends
and developments in cataloging and metadata standards, bibliographic and
authority control, and knowledge management; provide information on these
issues to PHS staff.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor or the Office of the General
Assembly.
Requirements
Three to five years of professional cataloging experience creating MARC records
in OCLC Connexion or another national bibliographic utility, including creating
records for a variety of bibliographic and physical formats; or equivalent
combination of education and experience.
Significant knowledge of and ability to apply the following cataloging
standards: Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2), Resource Description and
Access (RDA), DACS, Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) and Library of
Congress Classification (LCC), and MARC21 formats for bibliographic and
authority data.
Experience working with library systems and metadata tools, including
integrated library systems (ILS); OCLC Connexion; LC’s Cataloger’s Desktop and
ClassWeb; MarcEdit, RDA Toolkit.
Experience with a national cooperative cataloging program such as PCC (NACO).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy with information as well as good
communication skills (both written and verbal).
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, remain flexible when needs
and goals change, and work well in a small office setting.
Education
Master’s degree in library or information science from an ALA-accredited
institution.
Sensory or physical requirements
Must be able to do extensive computer work, move 35 lb. boxes, and stoop and
stretch to pull and move books.
Desired qualifications
Experience with rare book cataloging and use of DCRM(B).
Experience cataloging serials.
Experience with metadata standards for digital collections, such as MODS.
Experience with linked open data standards, systems and formats (RDF, JSON-LD,
SKOS, OWL, SPARQL, schema.org, Wikidata etc.)
Experience working with digital repositories (i.e. Islandora).
Experience remediating large sets of metadata using tools such as Open Refine.
Experience providing written reference responses to patrons.
Working knowledge of one or more non-English languages.
Salary
$58,000+
Additional Information / Benefits
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) offers a competitive benefits package
including Medical, Dental, Pension Plan, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability,
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending accounts, 403(b)
Retirement Savings Plan, Vacation Days, Sick Days, and Paid Holidays.
Apply at the following link:
https://joblinkapply.com/joblink/803/Job/Index/520173/
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