Job Description
Plan, direct, and coordinate workflows for copy cataloging of materials in digital, print, and multimedia formats to optimize user resource discovery and access to scholarly resources that support research, teaching, and learning; supervise personnel assigned to the section; provide original and complex copy cataloging according to established library standards and practices; create authority records; participate in the enrichment and maintenance of the University Libraries' library management system and digital collections; support an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative work environment and service culture to advance the strategic direction of the University Libraries.
The Ball State University Libraries is looking for a talented librarian to join our committed and highly-engaged team of professionals as Monograph Cataloging Librarian. Joining colleagues in Cataloging and Discovery Services, this position provides expertise and direction for the copy cataloging of monographs in digital, print, and multimedia formats to optimize user discovery and access to resources in the Libraries’ collections. Ball State University Libraries employs 48 professionals and 62 staff employees. With access to over one million print volumes and more than 1.3 million e-resources, the Libraries provides access to a full spectrum of scholarly resources and also offers vibrant and inclusive learning and collaboration space for the entire learning community at Ball State.
Job Function:
Plan, direct, and coordinate workflows for copy cataloging of materials in digital, print, and multimedia formats to optimize user resource discovery and access to scholarly resources that support research, teaching, and learning; supervise personnel assigned to the section; provide original and complex copy cataloging according to established library standards and practices; create authority records; participate in the enrichment and maintenance of the University Libraries' library management system and digital collections; support an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative work environment and service culture to advance the strategic direction of the University Libraries.
Minimum Education:
MLS/MLIS/MIS degree from an ALA accredited program by date of appointment.
Preferred Education:
Additional advanced degrees.
Minimum Experience:
At least one year of cataloging experience using MARC formats, RDA, Library of Congress subject headings and classification, a bibliographic utility such as OCLC Connexion, and a library management system, such as Alma.
Preferred Experience:
Supervisory experience; professional cataloging experience in an academic library; map cataloging experience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan, direct, coordinate and assess workflows for copy cataloging of materials in digital, print, and multimedia formats; ensure quality and adherence to established library standards and practices.
- Catalog educational and informational resources in digital, multimedia, and print formats using international cataloging codes, metadata formats for bibliographic description, LC-PCC Policy Statements, controlled vocabularies for assigning subjects, and LC or other classification systems as specified by local practice.
- Create, update, and maintain authority records for Libraries' online authority file; perform database enrichment and maintenance functions, as required.
- Participate in development, documentation, and evaluation of unit policies and procedures.
- Participate in metadata creation for specified digital collections and projects.
- Actively participate in and positively contribute to the activities of the Libraries, university, and profession through such opportunities as related professional organizations, presentations, committee service, publication, etc.; keep abreast of professional literature and scholarly developments in areas of specialization and pursue opportunities for relevant professional development.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Assign and review work, orient and train staff, and make recommendations in all areas related to supervision, including but not limited to interviewing and selection, compensation, discipline, performance appraisal, and training and career development of personnel.
At Ball State University, we recognize inclusive excellence as an integral endeavor to fulfill our University’s mission and our strategic plan. We recruit, support, and retain a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. We encourage and reward diversity of thought. We promote a work environment that encourages and rewards innovation and creativity. We pledge to keep Inclusive Excellence at the highest level of institutional importance and as a foundation in all that we strive to do. Our over-arching goal for Inclusive Excellence is to adopt a university-wide Inclusive Excellence approach to academic, administrative support, and service functions of the university. We believe Inclusive Excellence must be infused in every step we take.
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