Sonoma County Library
Library Specialist Cataloging
Sonoma County Library, Los Angeles, California, United States,
Sonoma County Library
Announces an Employment Opportunity
LIBRARY SPECIALIST – CATALOGING –
ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS
40 HOURS PER WEEK – FULL TIMEWe have a full-time opening at the Rohnert Park Headquarters for a benefited
Library Specialist
position
in the
Cataloging department . The position will perform a variety of technical library work in cataloging within the Collection Services Division according to defined procedures.
THE POSITION:Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position.
TYPICAL DUTIES include, but are not limited to:
Accurately performs copy cataloging; searches for and verifies the correct catalog entry; edits catalog records according to local procedures; verifies call numbers according to established standards and guidelines.Imports vendor-provided MARC records; reviews vendor records for accuracy and makes corrections as needed, including accurate call numbers.Uses a computer and the Integrated Library System (ILS) to enter and retrieve information, record statistics, perform basic circulation and system-wide functions.Accurately prints and applies bibliographic labels and spine labels; applies and encodes radio-frequency ID (RFID) tags.Prepares material for mending, binding, archival housing, and processing based on current standards and techniques for preservation and conservation; operates bindery machine.Monitors Cataloging Request System for change requests, corrections, inquiries, and potential projects; makes changes and corrections; updates information when making reassignments and changes in the ILS; interfaces with all branches and levels of staff regarding cataloging changes.Participates and assists with one-time special projects such as retrospective call number changes, relabeling projects, and preparing, linking and uploading records for digital collections.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and two (2) years of library, customer service, clerical or office support work experience. An Associate’s degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience.
DESIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Close attention to detailAbility to work independently while following established proceduresOperate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized library services software applications programsStandard library practices and procedures including circulation, acquisitions, copy cataloging, and processingApplications of automated library systemsLibrary classification, cataloging, and bibliographic terminology
SALARY RANGE: $27.51/hour to $34.35/hour plus benefits
CLOSING DATE: 11:59 pm, Friday August 23, 2024
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to retrieve and shelve materials. Employees may be required to either sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items, storage containers, and shelving units weighing an average of 20 pounds, and up to 50 pounds of weight, in order to move materials from one place to another, with the aid of lifting/moving equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Announces an Employment Opportunity
LIBRARY SPECIALIST – CATALOGING –
ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS
40 HOURS PER WEEK – FULL TIMEWe have a full-time opening at the Rohnert Park Headquarters for a benefited
Library Specialist
position
in the
Cataloging department . The position will perform a variety of technical library work in cataloging within the Collection Services Division according to defined procedures.
THE POSITION:Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position.
TYPICAL DUTIES include, but are not limited to:
Accurately performs copy cataloging; searches for and verifies the correct catalog entry; edits catalog records according to local procedures; verifies call numbers according to established standards and guidelines.Imports vendor-provided MARC records; reviews vendor records for accuracy and makes corrections as needed, including accurate call numbers.Uses a computer and the Integrated Library System (ILS) to enter and retrieve information, record statistics, perform basic circulation and system-wide functions.Accurately prints and applies bibliographic labels and spine labels; applies and encodes radio-frequency ID (RFID) tags.Prepares material for mending, binding, archival housing, and processing based on current standards and techniques for preservation and conservation; operates bindery machine.Monitors Cataloging Request System for change requests, corrections, inquiries, and potential projects; makes changes and corrections; updates information when making reassignments and changes in the ILS; interfaces with all branches and levels of staff regarding cataloging changes.Participates and assists with one-time special projects such as retrospective call number changes, relabeling projects, and preparing, linking and uploading records for digital collections.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and two (2) years of library, customer service, clerical or office support work experience. An Associate’s degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience.
DESIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Close attention to detailAbility to work independently while following established proceduresOperate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized library services software applications programsStandard library practices and procedures including circulation, acquisitions, copy cataloging, and processingApplications of automated library systemsLibrary classification, cataloging, and bibliographic terminology
SALARY RANGE: $27.51/hour to $34.35/hour plus benefits
CLOSING DATE: 11:59 pm, Friday August 23, 2024
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to retrieve and shelve materials. Employees may be required to either sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items, storage containers, and shelving units weighing an average of 20 pounds, and up to 50 pounds of weight, in order to move materials from one place to another, with the aid of lifting/moving equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.#J-18808-Ljbffr