Copy Cataloger

The Copy Cataloger assists the Cataloging & Metadata Librarian in the cataloging and processing of library materials ensuring accuracy and consistency in catalog records. This role is essential to maintaining the integrity discoverability and accessibility of the librarys collection. This position also supports catalog cleanup efforts coordinates with other library departments and contributes to the librarys overall goals and objectives. Through their work they help staff and patrons effectively locate and use library resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Locates imports and adapts pre-existing catalog records from OCLC (WorldCat) into the librarys ILS (Sierra) applying standards such as MARC21 Library of Congress Classification (LCC) and Dewey Decimal Classification.
• Reviews and edits catalog records to ensure consistency accuracy and adherence to institutional and national standards including verification of subject headings classification numbers and name authorities.
• Identifies and corrects errors in bibliographic holdings and item records; update metadata to reflect changes in physical or electronic holdings.
• Ensures accurate and completes metadata is applied to all resources to support discoverability and patron access.
• Participates in inventory control projects and assist with processing new materials including labeling barcoding and updating item-level data.
• Works collaboratively with the Cataloging & Metadata Librarian and other departments to support shared workflows and cataloging initiatives.
• Supervises student workers involved in physical processing or data entry tasks as needed.
• Provides support for routine operations and serve as backup for cataloging functions during staff absences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required; A Bachelors degree or library-related coursework is preferred.
• Data entry and experience working with technology needed; Previous experience in cataloging or working in a library setting is preferred.
• Experience with cataloging software (OCLC Sierra MarcEdit)
• Knowledge with MARC records and bibliographic cataloging rules
• Must have valid drivers license motor vehicle liability insurance and personal injury insurance; or have a self-reliant source of transportation to conduct business on a daily basis
• Must clear and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
• Must have the ability to demonstrate basic skills in MS Office (Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook) and other productivity software.
• Must have ability to adapt quickly to new cataloging standards or systems.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; Strong public relations and customer service skills with an ability to implement diplomacy and discretion at all times; an ability to work effectively with communities across the university.
• Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Library staff.
• Must have a high ethical standards and a strong sense of confidentiality; ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines; thrive in a complex work environment; displays solid problem solving and interpersonal skills; works well independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a high attention to detail and be able to organize workflow coordinate activities balance simultaneous projects without loss of efficiency in a multi-tasked environment and manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Working conditions are in an office environment and university campus setting. Must be able to move across the university campus to conduct day to day business.
• May sit for extended periods of time while entering data.
• While performing this role the employee will be regularly required to sit walk and stand; talk and hear both in person and by telephone; and use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently communicates with others using approved technological resources; must be able to exchange accurate information through designated systems within a timely manner.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

St. Marys University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer.