What are the responsibilities and job description for the San Diego State University is hiring: Principal Cataloging Librarian in San Dieg position at San Diego State University?
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Work type : Instructional Faculty – Tenured / Tenure-Track
Location : San Diego
Categories : Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Tenured / Tenure-Track, Full Time, Library
Description
The San Diego State University Library invites applications and nominations for a 12-month, tenure-track position to be appointed at the Senior Assistant or Associate Librarian level (depending on experience), with an anticipated start date in Summer 2025 with the possibility of an earlier start date if desired. The Principal Cataloging Librarian will provide expertise and leadership as part of the Content Organization and Management (COM) team to ensure timely, comprehensive, and effective discovery of all library collections, including digital objects, through the Library Service Platform (Alma) and other discovery services. We seek a creative, collaborative, and forward-looking colleague who can complement, strengthen, and expand partnerships across library departments and with colleagues across Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and the Division of Information Technology.
This is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the Sr. Assistant or Associate Librarian level (depending on qualifications). Continuing appointment and tenure are dependent upon evidence of library service effectiveness, professional growth and development, and service to the library, University, and community. The minimum salary for this position is based on the current CSU salary schedule and may be revised based on contract collective bargaining. The anticipated salary range is from $85,529 - $87,000 for Senior Assistant-Librarian 12-month or $101,000 - $110,000 for Associate Librarian-12-month. Salary placement will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience, and salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The Principal Cataloging Librarian will :
- Guide the ongoing review of SDSU cataloging policies and procedures to ensure proper application of appropriate local, state, and national standards.
- Provide original and complex copy cataloging for various materials across multiple languages, formats, and time periods in a contemporary MARC-based environment according to local, consortial, and national standards.
- Manage SDSU Libraries participation in cooperative metadata endeavors such as NACO, SACO, and Wikidata.
- Manage unit-wide cataloging project assignments and outsourcing projects with vendors like Backstage.
- Collaborate with other descriptive units and departments at SDSU to lead organization-wide efforts to address issues of diversity, inclusion, and social justice through cataloging and metadata practices.
- Maintain high quality of local cataloging and contributions to consortial and national databases by staying current with national and international cataloging standards, metadata strategies, emergent developments, and trends in librarianship.
- Integrate an understanding of diverse populations and communities into cataloging and metadata policies and practices.
- Work closely with COM team members to develop, assess, and implement cataloging policies and establish priorities for cataloging and metadata projects.
- Assist with training, oversight, and guidance to library staff performing cataloging or metadata activities in the library.
- Serve as an expert resource for cataloging and metadata activities in the library.
- Commit to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace and to working effectively with a diverse student, staff, and faculty community.
- Pursue professional development activities that demonstrate a continuous and meritorious record of contributions and achievements in the profession.
- Participate in the shared governance of San Diego State University by serving on library, campus, and California State University committees.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates must satisfy two or more of the eight Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria. Candidates that meet BIE criteria should indicate in a separate diversity statement how they meet at least two (2) of these criteria.
Candidates should submit an application, cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement demonstrating commitment to diversity in library, museum, community, or cultural center service, and names and contact information of three (3) references. This position will remain open until filled. Review will begin immediately, with preference given to applications received by October 31, 2024. Anticipated start date is Summer 2025 with the possibility of an earlier start date if desired.
SDSU is a Title IX, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.
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Salary : $85,529 - $87,000
