Cataloging Librarian

Description

The Hampton University William R. and Norma B. Harvey Library invites nominations and applications for the position of Cataloging Librarian.

The mission of the University Libraries which include the William R. and Norma B. Harvey Library, the Architecture Library, and the Music Library, is to support the instructional, research, and service needs of the Hampton University community. This is achieved through access and delivery of information services and resources that are essential to academic and teaching excellence, leadership, and lifelong learning.

The Cataloging Librarian will provide timely and accurate access to our collections through the creation and management of bibliographic and authority records for multiple resource types, physical and electronic, according to national and local standards. The position serves the cataloging needs of the university libraries, participates in projects, and engages with the university community.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing original and complex copy cataloging (of all formats) and holdings maintenance using OCLC Connexion.
• Processing batch loading of bibliographic records into our local catalog system.
• Performing bibliographic record enhancement and metadata remediation, including reclassification and subject analysis using LCSH.
• Creating and improving authority records through participation in the Library of Congress Name Authority Cooperative Program (NACO).
• Maintaining documentation on cataloging procedures and best practices.
• Participating in the collection and analysis of statistics related to cataloging.
• Serve as a subject liaison. Develop research guides and other materials that assist the user community with accessing the collection.
• Perform other duties a assigned.

Qualifications:

An ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science is required for this position. Additional qualifications include the following:

• At least 1 year of experience performing complex copy or original cataloging working within an integrated library system cataloging module.
• Experience applying cataloging standards including RDA, MARC21, LCSH, and LC Classification.
• Experience using OCLC Connexion and/or OCLC WorldShare.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Experience with batch loading and processing of records.
• Experience cataloging music and media.
• Experience creating and editing authority records (NACO work.)
• Strong commitment to service and teamwork.
• Effective technical, oral, and written communication skills.
• Effective technical, oral, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

How to Apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a Hampton University Application for Employment for faculty, a cover letter; and curriculum vitae. Applications may be submitted electronically to tina.rollins@hamptonu.edu or mailed to:

Tina Rollins
Library Director
Hampton University
William R. and Norma B. Harvey Library
129 William R. Harvey Way
Hampton, VA 23668

Please submit questions regarding the position to tina.rollins@hamptonu.edu. *Hampton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed Application for Educational Support Staff Employment either in person, via email at HROffice@hamptonu.edu, or fax to (757) 727-5969:

Office of Human Resources
Hampton University
Hampton, VA 23668
***No phone calls

Forms:
Visit Human Resources – Hampton University Human Resources to retrieve the educational support staff employment application and other supplemental application materials.