Cataloging & Metadata Technician
Millersville University
Department: Library Services Staff
Nature of Position: Permanent, Full-time
Job Summary/Basic Function
About the position:
The Cataloging and Metadata Technician oversees the daily
operations of the Cataloging unit within the Library. The
Technician reports to the Director of Library Operations and works
in collaboration with the Director as well as the Cataloging and
Metadata Librarian on cataloging policies, procedures, projects and
problems. Prioritizes daily work for the unit and supervises the
Cataloging student employees for cataloging tasks, workflow, and
cataloging procedures. Oversees the day-to-day workflow of the copy
and modified cataloging for all materials coming into the
Cataloging unit and Archives & Special Collections. Performs
all aspects essential to the cataloging of materials in all
formats. This position plays a critical role in cataloging and
maintaining the records for items in the library collection,
including assistance with metadata for digital objects in the
Millersville University Institutional Repository.
Join Our Team at Millersville
University!
Annual Salary: $46,827
Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your
well-being and future:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical,
dental, and vision insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Retirement Plans - Choose from two excellent
options
- Tuition Waiver - Invest in your education or
your family's
- Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick leave, and
holidays to recharge
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Full Benefits Summary(PDF)
Why Millersville?
Nestled in beautiful
Lancaster County,
Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of
Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. We're known
for:
- Strong student-faculty connections
- 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate
programs
- A stunning campus and vibrant community
- Outstanding job placement for graduates
With over
66,000 alumni across the globe, our
impact is far-reaching-and growing.
Our Mission & Values:
At Millersville, we live by our
EPPIIC values of
Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion,
Integrity, and Compassion.
We are deeply committed to
Inclusive
Excellence-creating a welcoming, supportive environment
where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and
we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and
experiences to our community.
Equal Opportunity for All:
Millersville University is an
equal opportunity
employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and
are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination.
Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are
strongly encouraged to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform copy cataloging of library materials including books
(physical and electronic), government documents, video materials,
and electronic periodicals in the general, curriculum, government
documents, juvenile, special, and reference collections:
- Review and revise descriptive cataloging (title, author,
edition, publication information, collation, series and note
fields) based on item in hand.
Add local genre headings as appropriate.
Assess content of resource and reviews subject headings to
ensure that headings reflect topics covered. In consultation with
the Cataloging Librarian, adds additional subject headings to
enhance access to resource when necessary.
Verify the assigned classification number against the Library
of Congress catalog and the Alma shelflist for classification
numbers assigned by organizations other than the Library of
Congress.
In consultation with the Cataloging Librarian, assign full
Library of Congress classification numbers as needed.
Create Alma holdings, item, and portfolio records.
Search OCLC in batch mode and/or individually for bibliographic
records matching newly acquired serials and for new resources being
added to Archives and Special Collections.
- Export resulting records to Alma. Supports searching activities
of other staff or students by providing guidance and direction in
searching problem materials and those without Library of Congress
cataloging copy:
Review and verify name, series and subject headings in
bibliographic records which fail to validate through Alma's
automated authority control procedures.
Review or consult with liaison librarians about previous
editions and copies for withdrawal from the collection as
needed.
Work with the Cataloging & Metadata librarian on database
clean-up, authority control and other projects.
In collaboration with the Cataloging & Metadata Librarian,
the University Archivist and the Archives and Special Collections
Technician, assist with cataloging of physical items for Archives
and Special Collections.
Work with the Cataloging Librarian on the withdrawal of library
materials as needed.
Document cataloging and classification decisions and
participates in maintaining the unit procedures manual
up-to-date.
Keep abreast of changes to cataloging rules and policies
through participation in appropriate listservs and review of
updated OCLC and Library of Congress documentation.
Attend workshops and conferences to maintain currency with
developments in the cataloging field.
Investigate, implement, and utilize software which aids in the
work of the Cataloging Department (including OCLC Connexion,
Classification Plus, and MarcEdit).
Utilize Microsoft Office and vendor-supplied tools to generate
lists and reports for the Cataloging unit.
Participate in:
- the compilation of statistics for additions and withdrawals of
materials in all collections and in all formats.
- the creation of student procedural manuals for the Cataloging
unit.
- various library department committees including the Digital
Assets Committee and Library Council.
- other campus or library consortia committees as assigned.
Assist with opening and closing the library and supervising
student employees on other library teams assigned.
Review e-mail and listserv messages.
Responsible for all bindery operations using third party vendor
for things like thesis, bound periodicals and select repairs.
All other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Four years of library-clerical work including two years of
advanced library clerical work comparable to the Library Assistant
II, and graduation from high school OR Two years
of advanced library clerical work, and an associate degree or
equivalent training with major course work in library science.
OR A bachelor's degree.
- Knowledge of library techniques, procedures and working tools
used in cataloging and maintaining library materials.
- Two years previous cataloging experience.
- Skill in the application of techniques and procedures used in
cataloging.
- Prior experience working with an integrated library
system.
- Previous experience accessing and downloading records from
OCLC.
- Evidence of ability to be self-directed and to prioritize
work.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other
library personnel and the public.
- Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication
skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Outlook.
- Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse
student populations.
- Successful interview.
- Successful completion of three background checks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Prior experience with non-DLC cataloging and cataloging primary
source materials.
- Demonstrated problem solving skills.
- Evidence of ability to train and supervise others.
- Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication
skills.
- Prior experience assigning metadata to digital objects and
using digital asset management systems.
- Prior experience working with an institutional repository.
- Prior experience working with Alma ILS and/or TIND IR.
- Prior supervisory experience.
Job Description
Essential Functions
Please Note: These duties are to be performed with
or without an accommodation. We are committed to providing
reasonable accommodations in accordance with Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Ability to work in person on campus in an office setting.
- No or very limited physical effort required.
- No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work
environment.
- Ability to sit for long periods of time.
- Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
and mouse.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/15444
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