Librarian Catalog/Meta Data

Are you a Catalog /MetaData Librarian seeking a new opportunity?  If so, RieLes Group has the perfect opportunity for you.  We are seeking a Cataloging/Metadata Librarians  to join our team and provide services
 

Key Responsibilities:

Must be able to assist with metadata identification, metadata entry, quality control, and other various metadata related activities as described below::

• Perform copy cataloging for both monographs and continuing resources in OCLC’s Connexion, following RDA, AACR2, MARC 21, and GPO guidelines, including export of records into GPO’s Integrated Library System (ILS), Aleph 500, under the supervision of a senior cataloger.
• Create new records for both monographs and continuing resources in OCLC’s Connexion, following RDA and MARC 21, and GPO guidelines, including export of records into GPO’s ILS (Aleph 500) under the supervision of a senior cataloger.
• Edit, and update existing bibliographic records in GPO’s ILS (Aleph 500) following RDA, AACR2, MARC 21, and GPO guidelines.
• Utilize knowledge of advanced search techniques, and apply professional judgment for cards with limited, or handwritten information to determine if a new record, or copy cataloging in OCLC, and GPO’s ILS (Aleph 500) is needed.
• Assign Library of Congress Subject Headings, authorized name, and series authorities to records in OCLC and GPO’s ILS (Aleph 500).
• Perform research to determine if a new NACO (name authority), or (series authority) is required.
• Create serial pattern/item/holding records in GPO’s ILS (Aleph 500) following GPO guidelines, and under the supervision of a senior cataloger.
• Create serial holding record summaries in GPO’s ILS (Aleph 500) following GPO guidelines, and under the supervision of a senior cataloger.
• Create, and/or edit item and holding records in GPO’s ILS (Aleph 500).
• Compile metrics for reporting purposes.
• Prepare written documents under the supervision of GPO staff.
• Work on a variety of assignments using Word, Excel, or other PC applications.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in library/information science from an ALA-accredited institution
• Minimum three (3) years of work experience in library technical services operations, specifically cataloging/metadata unit, working on original and copy cataloging/metadata.
• Experience with the MARC 21 standard
• Strong knowledge and work experience using classification schema(s) Dewey, Library of Congress, and/or SuDocs.
• Strong skill/experience using an ILS.
• Experience with cataloging serials and maps.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Word and Excel, and other business applications.
• Ability to adhere to national bibliographic standards set forth in Resource Description Access (RDA) for a variety of material formats, including, electronic, print, microform, etc.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with paraprofessionals, library professionals, and agency personnel.
• Ability to work independently and exercise discretion, initiative, and judgment.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform diverse and complex tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of RDA core elements.
• Knowledge of OCLC Connexion.
• Personnel may be required to participate in progress briefings with COR, technical advisor for task order, and management as needed. Meetings may include a report on overall percentage of work completed.