Open Rank - Special Collections Catalog Librarian Job at University of South Flo

Open Rank – Special Collections Catalog Librarian

Location: 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620, United States

Salary: $65,000 – $80,000, commensurate with experience.

The University of South Florida Libraries Tampa Campus is seeking an energetic, well‑organized, and enthusiastic individual to serve as a Special Collections Catalog Librarian. Reporting to the Associate Director of Collections & Discovery and in collaboration with the Director of Special Collections, the incumbent will coordinate all aspects of special collections cataloguing and metadata management for USF Libraries. The role includes creating, enhancing, and maintaining original and complex bibliographic and authority records for a wide range of special collections materials in various formats. The librarian will collaborate closely with colleagues across functional units and throughout USF Libraries to support discovery and access of special collections materials. The position requires an interest in and/or experience engaging with evolving descriptive metadata models and standards and expects the successful candidate to contribute through research, publication, and service toward promotion. This is a 12‑month, non‑tenure‑track library faculty position. Please note, this position is Open Rank; the candidate will be hired as an Assistant Librarian, Associate Librarian, or Librarian with an appropriate salary based on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of special collections cataloguing projects, including developing project goals and timelines, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, tracking statistics and compiling reports.
• Collaborate with Special Collections Curators, Librarians, and subject specialists to coordinate cataloguing activities across all USF campus locations.
• Train and supervise library personnel performing special collections cataloguing duties.
• Perform original cataloguing and provide guidance on complex cataloguing issues for Special Collections.
• Develop, maintain, and document standards, policies and procedures for special collections cataloguing.
• Coordinate all authorities work for USF Libraries, including creation of name authority files for contribution to the Florida NACO Funnel.
• Act as liaison between cataloguing and Special Collections personnel to provide quality metadata.
• Work collaboratively with other departments and campuses to provide streamlined and consistent cataloguing.
• Perform database remediation and troubleshooting activities.
• Assist the Metadata/Cataloging Unit as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA‑accredited institution.
• Professional librarian experience consistent with university guidelines.
• Evidence of professional growth through publication, association activities, or other contributions to the field.
• Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Librarian, Associate Librarian, or Librarian.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years experience cataloguing in an academic setting.
• Experience working in special collections cataloguing.
• Proficiency with RDA, AACR2, DCRM, and DACS Rare Book cataloguing standards.
• Proficiency with metadata schemas including MARC, EAD, and BibFrame.
• Knowledge of LC Classification, LCSH and other controlled vocabularies.
• Experience with Ex Libris Alma and Primo VE.
• Experience working with Name Authority Files (NACO).
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, administer and coordinate projects; work both individually and collaboratively within a diverse and changing environment.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read or decipher non‑English languages.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.

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The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.