Librarian Cataloger

About the role

Joliet Public Library seeks a full-time and experienced Librarian Cataloger.

Responsibilities

• Performs original and copy cataloging of print, AV and other library materials as assigned according to national, state, local and consortium standards and guidelines.
• Accurately uses MARC formats, Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), RDA, LCSH, LCGFT and other specialized methods, controlled vocabularies, or standards.
• Sets classification and call numbers to library materials.
• Maintains bibliographic and item level information in local database, and performs quality control of all records as necessary for all library materials.
• Keeps informed of current library trends, and new developments in cataloging.
• Stays up to date with cataloging issues, standards, and documentation.
• Participates in activities of professional organizations by attending workshops, seminars, and meetings relating to areas of responsibility.
• Bridges knowledge gained through participation back to the library by sharing information with and training other staff.
• Re-catalogs or reclassifies older materials as requested.
• Collaborates with library public service staffs to provide improved patron access to the catalog.
• Maintains documentation of local cataloging practices.
• Participates in departmental initiatives and helps facilitate departmental projects and goals.
• Prepares statistical reports on a monthly, annually and as-needed basis.
• Provides backup and support for all functions in the department as needed.

Requirements

• MLIS from an ALA-accredited program is required with recent cataloging experiences.
• Knowledge of Spanish is a plus.
• MLIS students with 2 years of relevant cataloging experiences will be considered.
• Knowledge of Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Strong cataloging skills using MARC formats, Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), RDA, LCSH, LCGFT and other specialized methods, controlled vocabularies, or standards.
• Ability to maintain bibliographic and item level information in local database.
• Knowledge of current library trends and new developments in cataloging.
• Ability to participate in professional organizations and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Ability to re-catalog or reclassify older materials as requested.
• Ability to collaborate with library public service staffs to improve patron access to the catalog.
• Ability to maintain documentation of local cataloging practices.
• Ability to participate in departmental initiatives and help facilitate departmental projects and goals.
• Ability to prepare statistical reports on a monthly, annually and as-needed basis.
• Ability to provide backup and support for all functions in the department as needed.

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays
• 12 sick days
• 5 weeks of vacation per year
• Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pay

Salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.