Librarian (Cataloging) - Library District (Prescott)

Yavapai County, AZ • Prescott, AZ

47d

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides cataloging services, monitors and maintains the bibliographic database, and provides training on cataloging processes and standards to the members of the Yavapai Library Network (YLN).

Develops curriculum and training materials in order to conduct training for YLN member library personnel on cataloging concepts, processes, and procedures.
Assesses and tracks the progress of YLN member library personnel.
Oversees and monitor of the integrity of all bibliographic and holdings records for the Yavapai Library Network, and makes corrections as needed.
Interacts with YLN member library staff to solve problems.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Library Science.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in cataloging or training staff in a library or library system.
• An equivalent combination of directly related work experience and education may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-per-year basis.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
• Knowledge of standard library cataloging practices, principles, methods and technical service processes.
• Knowledge of MARC and RDA bibliographic cataloging standards.
• Knowledge of Dewey Decimal, Library of Congress, and Superintendent of Documents classification schemes.
• Knowledge of Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
• Knowledge of Clerical office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Research techniques and report writing.
• Knowledge of Current Microsoft Office software.
• Knowledge of Filing and recordkeeping.
• Skill in Creating training manuals and training personnel.
• Skill in Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
• Skill in Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Skill in Organization and adherence to detail.
• Ability to Attend Yavapai Library Network User Group meetings when applicable.
• Ability to Keep current on emerging cataloging standards.
• Ability to Assist with special projects related to cataloging and technical services.
• Ability to Prioritize work, meet deadlines, and make independent decisions.
• Ability to Manage several different cataloging practices and procedures for a variety of different libraries.
• Ability to Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
• Ability to Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
• Ability to Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
• Ability to Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
• Ability to Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically.
• Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Develops curriculum and training materials in order to conduct training for YLN member library personnel on cataloging concepts, processes, and procedures.
• Assesses and tracks the progress of YLN member library personnel.
• Oversees and monitor of the integrity of all bibliographic and holdings records for the Yavapai Library Network, and makes corrections as needed.
• Interacts with YLN member library staff to solve problems.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support