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Entry-Level Para-Professional Catalogers, Backstage Library Works, Bethlehem, PA

Job Description

The expected duration of this project is approximately 24 months, working 5 days (40 hours) per week. The Catalogers will be working out of BSLW’s Bethlehem office, performing original and copy cataloging for client libraries. Materials are predominantly single-part monographs in English and Western European languages, with a smaller percentage in non-Latin scripts (including Cyrillic alphabet, Hindi, and Urdu).

The Catalogers will provide editing of copy records, including addition of LC classification & subject headings and missing RDA fields, and work with materials for which there is no copy available to create new original records.

Responsibilities

  • Perform original & copy cataloging using RDA and AACR2 standards
  • Meet daily production levels and standards
  • Transport materials between shelving and individual work stations
  • Make informed decisions within given specifications with little supervision

Requirements

  • Attentiveness to detail and quality
  • Work in a deadline-oriented, production environment
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently & productively
  • Learn new skills quickly and thoroughly
  • Basic familiarity with Windows & Microsoft Office suite
  • Familiarity with library standards, including RDA, MARC21, AACR2, LC Classification, and LCSH
  • Type speed minimum: 50+ wpm
  • Must pass a general knowledge test
  • Must pass a background check and drug test prior to appointment
  • College degree

Preferred additional skills

  • Knowledge of one or more foreign languages
  • Experience with ExLibris Voyager ILS
  • Experience with OCLC Connexion
  • MLS/MLIS degree

Full-time positions available at our offices in Bethlehem, PA
Pay starts at $12.50/hr

To apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to Kate Clayborne ([email protected]). Applications will be accepted through July 20, 2016.