Assistant Cataloging Librarian, Peabody Essex Museum, (Salem, MA)

Posted October 16, 2025

Description

The Peabody Essex Museum’s Phillips Library seeks a full-time Assistant Cataloging Librarian to fulfill the role of primary cataloger on staff, an essential role to improve intellectual and physical access to our collections. They will work closely with the Technical Services Librarian to identify cataloging priorities, implement equitable descriptive practices, streamline workflows, reduce the backlog, serve as a resource for cataloging-related questions, and maintain cataloging-related systems. The Assistant Cataloging Librarian is expected to participate collaboratively in library-wide and museum-wide projects and initiatives.

Qualifications

2–4 years cataloging experience.
Knowledge of library and archival standards such as RDA, DCRM(B), LCSH, and MARC. Experience with library services platforms, original cataloging of special collections, and managing cataloging software and systems preferred.
Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, flexibility, and a commitment to teamwork. Sensitivity to proper care and handling of materials; a working knowledge of Chinese, Japanese, and/or Korean is a plus.
An ALA-accredited degree in library/information science, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The abilities to use computing tools and to lift, carry, and position books and other materials weighing up to 15 lbs; library materials may be stored on shelves up to 12 feet high.
Their work will take place at PEM’s Collection Center in Rowley, Massachusetts, with occasional responsibilities at the museum campus in Salem. Reliable transportation is required.

Compensation

The hourly range for this role is $21.63 to $26.50 commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

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