Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
Collection Services Librarian, BiblioTemps (New England Historic Genealogical So
Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Collection Services Librarian, BiblioTemps (New England Historic Genealogical Society – American Ancestors) (Boston) BiblioTemps is an employment service of the Massachusetts Library System that provides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic, and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.Title:
Collection Services LibrarianLocation:
New England Historic Genealogical Society – American Ancestors (Boston, MA)Position Type:
TemporaryEnd date:
March 31, 2025Schedule:
21 hours per week, 3 days a weekPay Rate:
$28.00 per hourCORI:
Not requiredDescription:As a member of the Research and Library team and under the direction of the Chief Research Officer, the Collection Services Librarian will support the organization by the acquisition, cataloging, and processing of library materials in all formats.Duties and Responsibilities:· Perform original and copy cataloging of library materials in all formats using MARC, RDA, OCLC, LCSH/LCCS in accordance with national standards.· Participate in ongoing database maintenance and authority control.· Supervise and train volunteers and interns working on tasks related to cataloging.· Manage the integrated library system (Innovative Interfaces) and participate in maintenance and ongoing improvements to III WebPAC online catalog.· Keep current with developments in the fields of technical services, cataloging, technology and genealogy.· Oversee and participate in the timely and efficient processing of all newly cataloged materials to make them shelf ready.· Oversee collection development, including selection and purchasing of materials.· Communicates with publishing, database, system, cataloging, authority control and other vendors.· Check in, process, and maintain periodical collection, claim missing issues, communicate with publishers and vendors, and update recovery holdings as necessary.· Coordinate book repair work given to Conservator.· Participate in reference desk coverage as needed.· Participate in stacks maintenance activities.Qualifications
Required Skills and Abilities:· Master’s degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited institution.· 3 or more years of professional experience in technical services.· Demonstrated knowledge of relevant cataloging standards (RDA, LCCS, LCSH MARC) and tools (RDA, OCLC ClassWeb.); familiarity with metadata and other linked data standards (XML, Bibframe, etc.) a plus.· Working knowledge of metadata standards such as Dublin Core, METS, or MODS.· Outstanding written and oral communication skills.· Professional, dependable, flexible, and constructive work ethic.· Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem solving.· Previous experience with Innovative Interfaces catalog system.· Interest or experience in the field of genealogy a plus.· Ability to assist in shifting collections and to lift up to 40 lb. boxes.Massachusetts Library System (MLS) is an equal opportunity employer.MLS is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, marital status, sex, physical or mental challenge, creed, religion, political affiliation, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation. Members of underrepresented groups, and those committed to working in a diverse cultural environment are encouraged to apply.Contact with questions – bibliotemps@masslibsystem.org
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A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.Title:
Collection Services LibrarianLocation:
New England Historic Genealogical Society – American Ancestors (Boston, MA)Position Type:
TemporaryEnd date:
March 31, 2025Schedule:
21 hours per week, 3 days a weekPay Rate:
$28.00 per hourCORI:
Not requiredDescription:As a member of the Research and Library team and under the direction of the Chief Research Officer, the Collection Services Librarian will support the organization by the acquisition, cataloging, and processing of library materials in all formats.Duties and Responsibilities:· Perform original and copy cataloging of library materials in all formats using MARC, RDA, OCLC, LCSH/LCCS in accordance with national standards.· Participate in ongoing database maintenance and authority control.· Supervise and train volunteers and interns working on tasks related to cataloging.· Manage the integrated library system (Innovative Interfaces) and participate in maintenance and ongoing improvements to III WebPAC online catalog.· Keep current with developments in the fields of technical services, cataloging, technology and genealogy.· Oversee and participate in the timely and efficient processing of all newly cataloged materials to make them shelf ready.· Oversee collection development, including selection and purchasing of materials.· Communicates with publishing, database, system, cataloging, authority control and other vendors.· Check in, process, and maintain periodical collection, claim missing issues, communicate with publishers and vendors, and update recovery holdings as necessary.· Coordinate book repair work given to Conservator.· Participate in reference desk coverage as needed.· Participate in stacks maintenance activities.Qualifications
Required Skills and Abilities:· Master’s degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited institution.· 3 or more years of professional experience in technical services.· Demonstrated knowledge of relevant cataloging standards (RDA, LCCS, LCSH MARC) and tools (RDA, OCLC ClassWeb.); familiarity with metadata and other linked data standards (XML, Bibframe, etc.) a plus.· Working knowledge of metadata standards such as Dublin Core, METS, or MODS.· Outstanding written and oral communication skills.· Professional, dependable, flexible, and constructive work ethic.· Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem solving.· Previous experience with Innovative Interfaces catalog system.· Interest or experience in the field of genealogy a plus.· Ability to assist in shifting collections and to lift up to 40 lb. boxes.Massachusetts Library System (MLS) is an equal opportunity employer.MLS is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, marital status, sex, physical or mental challenge, creed, religion, political affiliation, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation. Members of underrepresented groups, and those committed to working in a diverse cultural environment are encouraged to apply.Contact with questions – bibliotemps@masslibsystem.org
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