California State University, Fullerton – Library Services Specialist III

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Salary Range:  $3,371 - $5,836 per month (Department anticipated hiring range: $3,371 - $3,917 )

Application Deadline:  October 5, 2017

Classification:  Library Services Specialist III - Range A

Department:  University Library - Administration

Sub-Division:  University Library

Appointment Type:  Ongoing

Hiring Preference:  On-Campus CSUEU Employees

Time Base:  Full-Time                 

Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Job Summary

California State University, Fullerton is searching for a Library Services Specialist III for the Pollak Library. The University seeks a forward-thinking and positive copy cataloger to join the Cataloging Section in the Collection and Processing Services (CPS) Unit as a Library Services Specialist III.

Under the general direction of the Cataloging and Metadata Librarian and the Dean of the Library, the Library Services Specialist (LSS) will copy catalog, prepare original descriptive catalog records from existing templates, and support the maintenance of accurate catalog records for Pollak Library physical and electronic materials.  Copy catalogs physical and electronic materials for the Pollak Library, such as monographs, government documents, audiovisual materials, and CSUF theses.  In addition, the Library Services Specialist serves as the primary copy cataloger for federal, state, and international government documents collection in both print and electronic formats and collaborates with the Government Documents Librarian on related projects, such as weeding and physical processing.  Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent and a minimum of two years or related experience or the equivalent. 
• Thorough knowledge of and the ability to interpret overall library policies and procedures.
• In depth knowledge of library operations, policies, and procedures pertaining to assigned functional area, including a solid understanding of individual work functions and the ability to adapt work procedures.
• Working knowledge of the library collection and its organization, as well as classification schemes. Demonstrated expertise in creating and correcting bibliographic records.
• Thorough knowledge of external online databases, systems, and resources, including the ability to perform complex online searches.
• Thorough knowledge of campus and library policies and practices associated with the ethical use of and access to library and online resources.
• Working knowledge of national standards pertaining to library operations, including a thorough knowledge of institutional standards pertaining to copyright and intellectual property protection and the ability to interpret and apply them.
• Demonstrated expertise in using library automated systems and subsystems pertaining to the functional area, including the ability to provide database maintenance.
• Ability to investigate and research more complex problems, including analyzing and interpreting information.
• Possession of strong written and verbal communication skills in order to prepare internal library reports and written and visual presentations on library resources.
• Possession of strong communication and interpretive skills.
• Knowledge of all aspects of lead work direction including assisting in employee selection, training employees on new work procedures, assigning work, organizing work flow, establishing priorities, reviewing work, providing input on performance evaluations, and promoting teamwork to optimize effectiveness.
• Possession of strong organizational skills to oversee and lead work flow in assigned area.
• Demonstrated flexibility and the ability to work as a part of a team in a complex, changing environment.

 Preferred Qualifications             

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience cataloging library materials.
• Extensive experience with and working knowledge of MARC and RDA.
• Demonstrated ability to make consistently good decisions when interpreting policies and procedures.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with Ex Libris Alma

Additional Information

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time).  Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.