***Please forgive cross-posting*** Coordinator, Library Technical Services Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL About Oakton Community College : For over 40 years, Oakton Community College has been the setting where thousands begin or continue their college or career studies. Educating people of all ages, from all walks of life and from more than 40 nations, Oakton focuses on improving the quality of life for everyone who enters its doors. We offer: Continuing education Great benefits Paid winter break FRIDAYS OFF during the summer (June and July) Job Description: • Perform original and copy cataloging according to the standards for print and non-print formats following Consortium for Academic and Research Libraries in Illinois (CARLI) guidelines for use of Library of Congress (LC) classification, LC subject headings, and MARC21. • Maintain the library's CARLI Integrated Library System (ILS) cataloging client, module, and related software including OCLC Connexion and cataloging toolkits in coordination with the library's CARLI liaison. Perform batch loading of large record sets. • Produce catalog collection reports using appropriate software. • Incorporate local, regional, and consortial webinars, workshops, and forums into ongoing staff training, supervision, and evaluation. • Represent OCC and participate in statewide professional development activities • Coordinate the library's Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP) functions and serve as the point of contact with the U.S. Government Publications Office (GPO). • Work in collaboration with appropriate colleagues in the creation and maintenance of digital collections and digital exhibits, including supplying metadata. • Performs original and adaptive metadata creation for digital collections and exhibits utilizing CONTENTdm and other software as appropriate. • Maintains knowledge of current metadata standards and best practices and participates in developing, teaching, and implementing metadata policies and procedures. • Work collaboratively to provide effective library services for the college community. • Develop and monitor all budgets associated with areas of responsibility. • Lead or participate in special projects. • Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Requirements: • An ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library/Information Science. • Three years of library experience including original and copy cataloging, staff supervision and training, and cataloging and digital archive systems administration. • Thorough knowledge of academic library cataloging and metadata standards and consortia guidelines. • Familiarity with Federal Library Depository (FDLP) collection rules and regulations. • Experience in setup, maintenance, and policy development in OCLC and the CARLI consortial ILS. • Experience with cataloging toolkits such as Cataloger's Desktop, RDA Toolkit and MarcEdit is preferred. • Demonstrated knowledge of MARC and non-MARC metadata formats, standards and schema (e.g. Dublin Core, METS, MODS, EAD, etc.). • Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with ability to work effectively with colleagues, staff and users. • Understanding of and commitment to diversity and cultural competence. • Excellent planning, project management and problem-solving skills. • Must be able to travel and attend meetings at offsite locations. • Ability to interact professionally and tactfully with people of different levels of education, cultural backgrounds, and life experiences, and to exhibit an adequate level of respect to fellow employees and the College community at large. Additional Information: Hours: Monday - Friday 8:15 am - 5:00 pm Salary: $46,982 annually Physical Demands: Moderate lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs. Ability to reach above shoulder. Periods of time spent sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending and stooping. Mobility to move from building to building on-Campus and to visit off-Campus entities. Work is performed in a library environment. Little or no exposure to adverse working conditions. Application Instructions: For further details, visit our website at www.oakton.edu and select the Employment link to view Employment Opportunities. Please be sure to have a current resume, cover letter, and list of, at least, three (3) professional references with contact information prepared to submit with your application. One (1) of the references must be your most recent, direct supervisor. Oakton Community College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution, committed to employing competent, qualified individuals. No person shall be subject to discrimination of any kind on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation, or unfavorable discharge from military service. URL: www.oakton.edu Apply Now: https://oakton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=79290#pageTop -- Sherrill Weaver, MA, Sp.LIS, Ed.D, MOTc Professor, Library Services Oakton Community College vm: 847-635-1645 email: weaver@oakton.edu ############################ To unsubscribe from the SERIALST list: write to: mailto:SERIALST-SIGNOFF-REQUEST@LISTSERV.NASIG.ORG or click the following link: http://listserv.nasig.org/scripts/wa-NASIG.exe?SUBED1=SERIALST&A=1
