Catalog Librarian

Hinds Community College•Raymond, MS

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates and performs the cataloging of all library materials, both print and electronic. Works to ensure the library system is properly configured to support acquisition, cataloging, serials, inter-library loan, and other technical processes of the library. All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

Requirements

Master's degree from an ALA accredited school.
Demonstrated experience cataloging in an Integrated Library System (ILS) such as SIRSI.
Experience with the Resource Description & Access (RDA) and Machine-Readable Cataloging (MARC) components of OCLC.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to initiate and maintain effective working relationships.
Knowledge of library and standard office software programs.

Nice To Haves

Unofficial transcripts must be submitted with resume and official transcripts submitted upon hire.

Responsibilities

Provides original and copy bibliographic cataloging to library materials that conforms to national standards as specified by RDA and Library of Congress (LC) classification, making effective use of cataloging tools such as OCLC Connexion, MARC Edit, Cataloging Distribution Service (CDS) Classification Web and SirsiDynix Workflows.
Classify using the LC classification or other mandated systems and construct call numbers for materials added to the libraries’ collections.
Assigns metadata for digitized materials adhering to best practice and national standards for digital collections.
Performs cataloging and maintenance for serial materials in print, microform and electronic formats including creating and maintaining serial control records in the ILS. Works with administrative branch librarians and their staff to ensure serials holdings are current for all library locations.
Ensures that authority records are properly assigned and maintained. When needed, responsible for running system reports to identify unauthorized headings in the online catalog in a timely manner.
Responsible for creation of and updating of written policies and best practices for the Hinds Libraries related to cataloging.
Obtains and maintains MARC records for eResources.
Assists with materials processing for the libraries as needed including unpacking items received, repackaging, barcoding items, pricing items and wrapping dust jackets in covers.
Keeps informed in current developments in the areas of cataloging and management of electronic resources.
Performs necessary cataloging tasks for library withdrawal, weeding and material relocation projects.
Assists with hardware and software installation and maintenance.
Assists in budget control in areas of responsibilities.
Assists in preparing statistical and other reports and analyses.
Assists with collection development and acquisition duties as assigned.
Assists in the training of new library employees, student assistants, and library technical assistants.
Actively participates in library and campus committees as assigned.
Ensures professional growth by attending PDI courses, workshops, conferences particularly those related to library technical services.
Performs other duties as may be assigned by the appropriate authority, including assisting other branch or campus libraries.
Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.