Cataloging Specialist

City of Altoona • Altoona, IA

4d • $25 - $32

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Library Director or Assistant Library Director, the Cataloging Specialist performs part-time professional library functions, including routine and complex clerical, customer service, and collection maintenance tasks. The role supports circulation, catalog maintenance, processing new materials, and participation in library trainings and meetings. The position requires a valid Iowa driver’s license. The successful applicant must pass a medical exam, including a drug and alcohol screen, and complete a background check before beginning work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two to four years of experience in a similar position, including clerical skills, customer service experience, and library network/ILS system experience.
• Ability to take initiative and work efficiently.
• Ability to work independently with intermittent direct supervision.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication, and listening skills, including tact, diplomacy, and professionalism when dealing with members of the public and staff.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Problem-solving ability appropriate to the work activities.
• Ability to proficiently use and troubleshoot computers.
• Ability to concentrate in a diverse work setting.
• Ability to perform job functions while adhering to safety guidelines and policies set by the administration and/or supervisor.
• Knowledge of office equipment, including telephones, photocopiers, laser printers, and personal reader devices such as Kindle and Nook.
• Knowledge of and proficiency with personal computers, computer software and applications, and automated database searching.
• Knowledge of internet search engines and familiarity with reliable web domains.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull 25 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk and sit for long periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and crouch regularly to perform duties.
• Valid Iowa driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a medical exam, including a drug and alcohol screen, and complete a background check before beginning work.

Nice To Haves

• Some post-secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Perform circulation functions, including checking materials in and out, filling patrons’ requests, and creating patron accounts.
• Maintain the library catalog through acquisitions record keeping, copy cataloging, and downloading MARC records from a variety of sources.
• Process new materials.
• Upload records to the Iowa Locator and other union catalogs as required.
• Participate in trainings and meetings as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED