THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO LIBRARY
CATALOGER
The University of Chicago Library seeks applicants for the position of
Cataloger. The Cataloging Department. is part of the Technical and
Electronic Services Division. The position reports to the head of
the Monographic Cataloging Section, but will also work with the head of
the Serials and Electronic Resources Section and the head of the Database
Management and Copy Cataloging Section as necessary. The
Cataloging Dept. has five sections, with eight librarians and seventeen
FTE exempt and clerical staff.
The University of Chicago Library has resources numbering more than seven
million printed works, increasing at the rate of 150,000 volumes per
year. Over thirty million manuscripts and archival pieces, 420,000 maps
and aerial photographs, and large sets of microform materials complement
the printed collections. The distinctive rare book, manuscript and
archival holdings of the Special Collections Research Center are
available for study. Aggressive growth in the Library's electronic
assets ensures a balanced representation of resources in all formats. The
Library Catalog, Web pages, indexes and abstracting tools, digital maps,
and images can be accessed from computers in the Library, on campus, and
remotely. Major electronic resources include 40,000 licensed full-text
serial titles, 170,000 licensed monographs and 500-licensed reference
databases.
The cataloger is responsible for original cataloging of music scores,
sound recordings and monographs, as well as other subjects and formats
such as serials, electronic resources, and visual materials. The Library
is a member of the Program for Cooperative Cataloging, and descriptive
cataloging is performed in accordance with national standards. Subject
analysis and classification assignment follow Library of Congress
standards and local practice. Authority records follow NACO standards and
are contributed to the national authority file. The cataloger also
investigates and participates in implementation of solutions for
providing bibliographic control for all types of resources including
electronic resources.
In addition to cataloging traditional materials and in support of the
Catalog Departments endeavor to integrate bibliographical control for
digital resources, the cataloger may participate in activities to
implement non-MARC descriptive metadata standards and contribute to the
development of new metadata services for the Librarys growing collection
of digital resources.
The cataloger collaborates with other catalogers and Library staff to
establish and maintain local policies and procedures for bibliographic
and metadata services, projects, and other activities that affect the
librarys integrated library system, search engines, and overall access to
the collections; keeps abreast of the current trends and best practices
for bibliographic and metadata services in the field; serves on library
committees, participates in library-wide programs and activities, and is
expected to be active professionally. The cataloger is responsible
for the maintenance of music-related and other aspects of the
departmental web site and oversees the work of two clerical staff who
support the cataloging of music materials.
QUALIFICATIONS: An MLS or MLIS degree from an ALA accredited
institution is required. A strong background in music studies,
especially the classical repertoire, is also required. Good reading
knowledge of one or more western European languages, preferably German,
and French or Italian, is required. Experience using an integrated
library system, proficiency in using PC-based applications and other
computer applications is required. Familiarity with
Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules, 2nd ed, knowledge of Library
of Congress rule interpretations, Library of Congress classification via
Classweb, Library of Congress subject headings via OCLCs authority file,
the Subject Cataloging Manual, and the PCC SACO manual, MARC 21 formats
for bibliographic and authority data and the NACO manual for authority
work are all required. Cataloging experience or experience working
with non-MARC descriptive metadata standards such as MODS and EAD is
required.
Ability to communicate effectively and constructively with colleagues,
with supervisors, and with other staff, both within and outside the
department is required. Ability to perform complex problem solving and
decision-making is required. The successful candidate will possess
the following skills: flexibility about performing different cataloging
tasks as departmental and library needs change, and to show
responsiveness and willingness to work on special projects or
assignments; a strong service orientation, the ability to write and
implement procedures; analytical, communication, and training skills;
ability to prioritize work to ensure that departmental and library goals
are realized, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a
team in a production-oriented, dynamic environment, with a commitment to
professional development and growth.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Appointment salary based on qualifications
and experience. Salary range begins at $43,930. Benefits
include retirement plan, insurance, and paid time off. There is a
tuition benefit plan for college age and younger children.
APPLICATION: should include letter of application, resume and
names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three
references. Review of application will begin upon receipt and
continue until the position is filled. Applications received by May
15, 2006, will be assured consideration. Applications may be sent
by e-mail to [log in to unmask] with attention to
Denise Weintraub. Applications may also be sent to the Personnel
Office, The University of Chicago Library, 1100 East 57th Street,
Chicago, Illinois 60637. Application by e-mail is strongly
encouraged. Please note applicant name on resume attachment.
AA/EOE.
