California State University, Sacramento is hiring: Library Services Specialist I

Library Services Specialist III - Cataloging/Metadata

Job no: 533066
Work type: Staff
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Library, Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

Working Title: LSS III – Cataloging/Metadata

Classification Title: Library Services Specialist III

Priority Application Date: Monday, May 27, 2024 @ 11:55pm PST (Posting will remain open until filled)

Please Note: As of July 11, 2024 this position has been reposted and is under active recruitment. Apply today!

Hiring Preference: Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2,5,7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

Position Summary: This position reports directly to the Head of the Collection Management Services Department and works in close consultation with the LSS IV Metadata Management Coordinator. The department is responsible for cataloging newly acquired library materials, and for maintaining bibliographic and inventory records in Alma for display in the Library's discovery system, OneSearch. Materials may be monographic or serial and be presented in all formats, for example, printed books and continuing resources (serials and integrated resources), videos, DVDs, e-books, and other nonprint materials. This position has chief responsibility for complex cataloging of special collections materials, curriculum collection materials, juvenile materials and other materials requiring adaptive cataloging. Adaptive cataloging may include deriving new bibliographic records, enhancing existing records, reviewing authorized name headings, and assigning subject headings and call numbers. This position is also responsible for reporting collection statistics.

FLSA: Non-exempt (Eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,162 per month - $4,500 per month, commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,162 per month - $7,673 per month

Work Hours: 40 hours a week. To be scheduled Monday-Friday sometime between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM. A partial telework schedule may be available, subject to management approval.

Required Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of: Cataloging, following AACR2/RDA; MARC21 Format for Bibliographic Data and Authority Data; Library of Congress, Dewey and Superintendent of Documents classification schemes; Library of Congress name and subject headings (LCNA, LCSH); OCLC Connexion and other bibliographic databases.
• Experience with Ex Libris’ Alma and Primo systems as well as bibliographic and cataloging tools such as RDA Toolkit, Classification Web, and MarcEdit.
• Ability to investigate and solve complex bibliographic problems, work independently, and to exercise good judgment.
• Attention to detail, high accuracy, and strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work as an effective team member in a cooperative environment.
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Condition of Employment: Ability to pass a background check.

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and cover letter. Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

Equal Employment Opportunity: California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas.

Advertised: July 11, 2024 (8:30 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled