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Continuing Resources Cataloger
University of Colorado at Boulder Libraries
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Continuing Resources Cataloger (Tenure-Track)
Cataloging and Metadata Services Department
The University of Colorado at Boulder Libraries invites applications from motivated and innovative librarians to perform original cataloging of continuing resources. As the largest research library in the Rocky Mountain region, the University Libraries is committed to providing access to all types of materials in conformance with national standards and to advancing the field through active service, inquiry, and participation in cooperative programs.
Reporting to the Head of E-resources and Serials Access, the Continuing Resources Cataloger is responsible for performing original and complex copy cataloging to support the University of Colorado at Boulder Libraries’ collections. Cataloging is performed on OCLC for inclusion in the local Innovative Interfaces system and in Prospector, the regional online catalog. As an original cataloger in the Cataloging & Metadata Services Department, the Continuing Resources Cataloger participates in NACO and may contribute to the Department Management Group. In furtherance of the Libraries’ mission and departmental goals, the Continuing Resources Cataloger may teach other department catalogers. The Continuing Resources Cataloger is a member of the tenure-stream Libraries faculty. Significant parts of the responsibilities of this position are scholarly activity and creative work and service in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado at Boulder.
Requirements
Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school prior to the date of appointment with coursework in cataloging and metadata; knowledge of MARC bibliographic and authorities formats; bibliographic knowledge of at least one non-English language; effective oral and written communication skills; and potential for scholarly activity and creative work and service.
Desirable Qualifications
Evidence of any of the following will enhance a candidacy: experience cataloging continuing resources in a variety of formats; experience with a national cooperative cataloging program such as PCC (NACO, CONSER) and OCLC Enhance; knowledge of and interest in current issues, trends, and emerging standards in cataloging; experience using Innovative Interfaces Inc.’s Millennium System; familiarity with Open URL link resolvers, discovery tools, ERMS, and other current library technologies; experience in an academic library; experience working in a collaborative environment; demonstrated initiative investigating new ideas and implementing change; evidence of scholarly activity and creative work and service.
Appointment and Salary
The successful candidate will be appointed as a full-time (12 month) tenure-stream faculty member. Depending upon professional experience and demonstrated accomplishments in scholarly activity, creative work, and service, appointment will be at the senior instructor, assistant professor, or associate professor level. Starting salary range will be $44,000 to $48,000. Benefits include 22 working days of vacation, ten paid holidays, liberal sick leave, university group health care plans, group life insurance, TIAA/CREF retirement/annuity, and support for scholarly/professional activities. Tenured librarians are eligible for sabbatical leave.
Application Process
Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. It is suggested that applications be on file with the search committee by March 15, 2009. Application must be made online at http://www.jobsatcu.com, referring to posting number 806015, and must include a letter of application specifically addressing qualifications for the position; CV or resume; and names with postal addresses, email, and telephone numbers of three references. Questions may be directed to Dylan Wiersma, Search Coordinator, at Dylan.Wiersma@colorado.edu. The full position description can be viewed at http://ucblibraries.colorado.edu/about/jobcataloger.htm. The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the U.S. at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin. The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. In addition, the University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
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The Continuing Resources Cataloger is a tenure-stream faculty position reporting to the Faculty Director of E-resources and Serials Access. Duties include cataloging continuing resources in varying formats; creating authority records for contribution to the Name Authority Cooperative Program of the PCC; resolving complex access problems; keeping abreast of changes to national standards and recommending appropriate changes to local procedures; contributing to the maintenance of the Libraries’ electronic resource management system and link resolver (WebBridge); participation in the management of the Cataloging and Metadata Services Department; and contributing to faculty governance. Significant parts of the responsibilities of the position are research and creative work and service in keeping with the tenure standards of the University of Colorado at Boulder.
Responsibilities
- Catalogs serials, electronic resources, and other continuing resources in all formats according to the Anglo-American Cataloging Rules as interpreted by the Library of Congress, following CONSER guidelines.
- Creates name and series authority records according to the MARC21 authority format. As a participant in the LC Program on Cooperative Cataloging, CU-Boulder catalogers may contribute original records to the NACO program.
- Works collaboratively with the Libraries’ Collection Development and Research and Instruction departments to resolve complex access issues for print and electronic resources.
- Monitors cataloging and metadata standards development and LC changes in cataloging practices/policies with regard to continuing/electronic resources; analyzes impacts of these changes and makes recommendations for appropriate changes in local practice.
- Creates resource records for the Libraries’ ERMS. Contributes to the maintenance of the ERMS.
- Assists with the maintenance of the Libraries’ knowledgebase and link resolver.
- Works both independently and in a team-oriented environment.
- Participates in the collegial administration of the Cataloging and Metadata Services Department and performs duties as assigned by the Faculty Director of E-resources and Serials Access.
- Maintains a consistent record of significant contributions in the areas of research and/or scholarly activity and service.
- Actively participates in faculty governance.
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