The New York Public Library is hiring: Senior Librarian - Cataloging in New York

Overview

The Cataloging department provides discoverability of all materials in all formats to patrons of the BookOps member libraries who search the public online catalog. Materials are discoverable if they are cataloged correctly and accurately with author, title, subject, and series access points, in formats utilized by the ILS, thereby making more materials available to more library patrons in both NYPL and BPL circulating collections, as well as Research collections. The Metadata Team supports the functions of the Cataloging Department through the development of tools for automation including crosswalks, batch processes, and open source software applications.

Department: BookOps

Location: Library Services Center

Compensation: $70,393 / year

Responsibilities

• Performs original and complex copy cataloging of all formats for discovery and access


• Interprets and applies Library of Congress subject headings, Billings classification, RDA, and OCLC standards in cataloging and classifying library materials


• Aids in the maintenance of the catalog database


• Oversees and executes previously developed batch processes and applications to transform and enrich cataloging metadata


• Plans and executes special cataloging assignments and contributes to developing procedures, manuals, and reports


• Performs related duties as required

Required Education and Skills

Required Education & Experience

• ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies


• Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York

Required Skills

• Reading knowledge of at least one of the following languages: French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, or Yiddish


• Demonstrated knowledge of MARC21 and ISBD


• Knowledge of RDA and AACR2


• Knowledge of subject analysis and Library of Congress Subject Headings


• Familiarity with Library of Congress Classification and Dewey Decimal Classification


• Familiarity with principles of authority control


• Familiarity with an ILS system, preferably Innovative’s Sierra, and a bibliographic utility such as OCLC Connexion


• Familiarity with emerging trends and issues in cataloging


• Analytical and problem solving skills


• Proficient experience using Google Suite or Microsoft Office software


• Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on projects with a variety of colleagues


• Familiarity with or interest in learning programming or query languages such as Python, SQL or Bash

Core Values

• Helpful to patrons and colleagues


• Resourceful in solving problems


• Curious in all aspects of your work


• Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

• Office setting

Physical Duties

• Ability to move book trucks and handle materials that may weigh up to 30 lbs


• May require travel within NYC

Union/Non Union

Local 1930

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Schedule

• 9 am to 5 pm


• 35 hours per week