Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Fullerton - California State University - Cataloging Library Services Specialist III

https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/fl/en-us/job/504462/504462-cataloging-library-services-specialist-iii

Salary

$3,528 - $6,505 per month (Anticipated hiring range is $3,528 - $4,272 per month)

Close Date


Sep 30, 2021 (9:00 PM) Pacific Daylight Time

Job Summary


It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from a variety of career disciplines that share in the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish. 

About the Position:  


The Pollak Library Administration Office aims to become a model library, nationally recognized for innovative spaces, collections, services, tools, and programs that enable academic success of our students; promote information literacy skills; fulfill the needs of our academic programs and scholarly activities; facilitate and encourage the systematic and serendipitous acquisition of knowledge; invite collaboration; and help interconnect its vibrant and diverse community of learners and scholars. We are searching for an exceptional individual to join our team as a Cataloging Library Services Specialist III. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Under the general direction of the Associate Dean of the Library for Collections and Scholarly Communication and the Cataloging and Metadata Librarian, 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 catalog physical and electronic materials for the Pollak Library, such as monographs, audiovisual materials, curriculum materials, music scores, special collections materials, and CSUF theses. 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 on-line databases, system, 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, as well as explain them to patrons to ensure compliance. 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. Working knowledge of library accounting and budget procedures and allocation processes, as well as the ability to apply this knowledge to assist in handling vendor accounts and the budget process. 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 in order to interview patrons regarding their information needs and guide them in the use of more complex library and online resources. 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. Working knowledge of campus human resource practices and payroll procedures. Possession of strong organizational skills to oversee and lead work flow in assigned area.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications


Minimum of one year experience cataloging library materials, including monographs and serials, in accordance with MARC and RDA. Experience cataloging Special Collections materials in accordance with MARC and RDA. Knowledge of non-MARC descriptive metadata for digital collections

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