San Bernardino - California State University - Library Services Specialist II/ John M. Pfau Library

 https://careers.csusb.edu/en-us/job/504754/library-services-specialist-ii-john-m-pfau-library

Salary

Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,246 - $3,379 per month

Classification Salary Range: $3,246 - $5,983 per month

Close Date

November 2, 2021

Department Summary 

The Cataloging Unit of the Pfau Library provides intellectual access to content for all materials that the Library acquires to ensure discovery of and access to these resources to support research, teaching, and learning for the CSUSB campus community.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the incumbent will perform the following tasks:

• Catalog Monographs
• Perform copy cataloging for monographs in all tangible formats using Alma and OCLC Connexion. This task may include, but is not limited to: 
• Searching Alma and/or OCLC Connexion and selecting the best record for the item in hand
• Editing Alma to add local MARC extensions as indicated by CSUSB Library’s local policies and procedures
• Shelflisting to incorporate the item in hand with existing materials in the collection and avoiding conflicts with items in Alma and the Library of Congress Catalog
• Database Maintenance
• Re-catalog/correct problem records in Alma. This task may include, but is not limited to:
• Searching Alma and OCLC Connexion and selecting the best record for the item in hand
• Editing Alma to add local MARC extensions as indicated in the CSUSB Library’s local policies and procedures
• Editing item and holding information
• Other
• Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications

• General understanding of a library’s organization structure and key functional operations.
• Basic knowledge of library terminology and bibliographic forms and structures.
• General understanding of library automated systems and the ability to quickly learn and use campus library systems, as well as related on-line catalogs and systems.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply policies and procedures related to assigned functional work area.
• Ability to use standard features of office support technology and standard software packages.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English grammar, punctuation and spelling, including the ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform standard arithmetic operations.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision to perform assigned work.
• Ability to work within a diverse environment and be service-oriented in working with patrons and other library staff, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the library.
• Full proficiency in all technical aspects of work assignments including a thorough knowledge of functional area policies and procedures and applicable work methods.
• General knowledge of library collection organization and classification scheme and ability to interpret bibliographic records.
• Ability to interpret library unit’s policies and procedures and apply them accurately in performing work functions, as well as the ability to evaluate procedures and recommend changes.
• Working knowledge of institution’s and library’s policies and practices associated with the ethical use of and access to library and on-line resources.
• Basic knowledge of national standards and guidelines pertaining to libraries, including working knowledge of institution’s standards pertaining to copyright and intellectual property protection and the ability to source and apply such policies and standards to avoid potential violations.
• Full proficiency in the use of automated library system(s) and subsystem(s) pertaining to functional area.
• Ability to fully utilize standard and non-standard features of various on-line resources and standard desktop software packages, such as word processing and spreadsheets, to perform technical work or assist patrons.
• Demonstrated problem solving and research skills to address standard and non-standard work problems.
• General knowledge of library accounting and budget procedures, including the ability to perform arithmetic operations to track and monitor vendor accounts and budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to compile and present information in an organized manner.
• Effective communication and interpretive skills to be able to assist in resolving patron problems and complaints, assess patron information needs, and orient and guide patrons in use of library resources.
• Ability to effectively provide lead work direction and training to student workers and an understanding of employment and payroll procedures related to student workers.

Education and Experience

• Three years of library experience (preferably at the university level), or two years of library experience along with two years of college coursework, or one year of library experience and two years of college coursework.
• One year of experience with the cataloging of library materials using Library of Congress (LC) subject headings; MARC records; Resource Description and Access (RDA) and/or Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules 2nd ed. Revised (AACR2).
• Experience using library computer applications, including an integrated library system.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience using Ex Libris’ Alma system.
• Experience using OCLC Connexion. 
• General knowledge of Library of Congress Classification.
• Working knowledge of Library of Congress cataloging practices, Resource Description and Access (RDA), and Anglo-American Cataloging Rules 2nd ed. Revised.
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
• Ability to implement policies and procedures, establish work priorities, and perform job duties with a minimum of supervision.
• Familiarity with MARC records of different formats.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a diverse group of people.