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> Position Title: Serials Cataloger (Part-time)
> Harvard University Library, Office for Information Systems (CONSER Office)
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> The HUL CONSER Office oversees the University�s commitment to the national
> CONSER program, including the preparation and review of bibliographic,
> authority, and holdings records for libraries contributing to the program
> through the CONSER Office. The serials cataloger is responsible for the
> cataloging activities for centralized libraries participating in the program.
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> Duties and Responsibilities
> Reporting to the Head of the HUL CONSER Office, the cataloger creates and
> maintains bibliographic records for currently received serial titles in all
> formats and at the various levels defined by the CONSER Program. Creates and
> maintains authority work through the NACO project. May also prepare holdings
> records using the MARC21 Format for Holdings Data. Participates in training
> and supervision of bibliographic and student assistants, and in workflow
> coordination. Contributes to the office�s workflow by accomplishing related
> duties as required. NOTE: Office located at 625 Mass. Ave.
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> Required Education, Experience, Skills
> MLS degree from an ALA-accredited library school or equivalent; strong
> reading knowledge of Romance languages; excellent verbal and written English
> language skills. Two or more years cataloging experience including CONSER
> cataloging in a large research library preferred. Thorough knowledge of
> cataloging tools, standards, and conventions; mastery in provision of
> academic information services through online catalogs as well as knowledge of
> trends in serials publishing and related serials management issues.
> Open-minded, flexible attitude, and ability to work with others to promote an
> effective collaborative and collegial environment; excellent organizational
> and interpersonal skills. Independent self-starter with a customer service
> orientation.
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> To apply: Send resume and cover letter to: Harvard University Employment
> Office, Resume Processing Center, Req. #13845, 11 Holyoke Street, Cambridge,
> MA 02138 or apply online at http://jobs.harvard.edu.
>
> EEO Statement: The Harvard University Library is committed to its policy of
> equal opportunity and affirmative action. Employment and advancement are
> based upon merit and availability without regard to race, color, creed, sex,
> sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or status as a disabled or
> Vietnam-era veteran.

Melissa Groff
Harvard University Library
Wadsworth House
Cambridge, MA 02138

Phone: 617.495.3650
Fax: 617.495.0370
melissa_groff@harvard.edu