(These positions are being posted to multiple lists, apologies for cross
posting)
We are using this single posting to recruit for two catalogers at the
Librarian II level. If you are qualified for either position, please
apply!
Librarian II, Authorities or Metadata Cataloger
Chicago Public Library
Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited American Library
Association college or university with a Master's degree in Library
Science or an approved foreign credential evaluation supplemented by one
year of professional cataloging experience.
Responsibilities: Using LC Classification schedules, LCSH, AACR2, MARC
formats, OCLC, and CARL, prepare original cataloging for electronic
resources, including use of Dublin Core or other metadata standards, or
Authorities cataloging including evaluating and editing authority
records used by the Library. Evaluate and edit cataloging copy of
OCLC-participating libraries for use by the Chicago Public Library.
Work experience with Cataloger's Desktop, Classification Plus, ContentDM
and Microsoft Office desirable. Attend regular meetings, workshops and
training courses. Participate in library committee work and staff
training. Maintain professional development through participation at
local, state or national level. Perform related duties as required.
The minimum salary for this position is $40,512 per year.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please fill out an
online application on the City of Chicago Department of Personnel
website:
https://webapps.cityofchicago.org/dopWeb/PageFlows/user/jobDetails.do?ex
am=6322
<https://webapps.cityofchicago.org/dopWeb/PageFlows/user/jobDetails.do?e
xam=6322>
The generic job description on the City website is for the title of
Librarian II, and is used for all Librarian II positions in the Chicago
Public Library, including those in the Cataloging Department
To ensure that your application is flagged for the cataloging position,
please also send your cover letter indicating your interest in the
cataloging position, your resume, and three references to:
Felicia R. Wells
Human Resources 10 North
Chicago Public Library
400 S. State Street
Chicago, IL 60605
facsimile: (312) 747-4455
email: fwells@chicagopubliclibrary.org
Marlene A. Harris, Division Chief, Technical Services
mharris@chipublib.org
Marlene A. Harris
Division Chief, Technical Services
Catalog Unit
Chicago Public Library
400 S. State St., 9S-18A, Chicago, IL 60605
Voice: (312) 745-0567, Fax: (312) 747-4667
mharris@chicagopubliclibrary.org <mailto:mharris@chipublib.org>
