Collections Assistant III

identify duplicate titles, earlier editions, missing volumes, and materials for purchase. Research vendors, compare prices, and assist with purchasing materials for the South Asia Collection. Submit purchase orders to Library Technical Services (LTS) under the direction of the librarian. Identify cataloging errors and direct problem items to the appropriate LTS staff. Assist with cataloging, fast-cataloging, and record accuracy checks based on training and language skills. Prepare non-Western language serials by transliterating names, dates, and issue numbers. Respond to routine bibliographic, directional, and basic subject reference questions. Help patrons locate library materials and research resources. Maintain office files, paperwork, and correspondence records for vendors and patrons. Maintain South Asia Collection account records and assist with fund management. Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on material fund expenditures. Assist the Area Team Lead with monitoring team funds and troubleshooting fund-related issues. Serve as a liaison to FOLIO Reporting for the Area Team. What We Need For further consideration, please submit a resume and cover letter. Associate's degree and up to 2 years relevant experience or equivalent combination. Familiarity with standard office software and basic office procedures. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and adapt creatively to new situations. Strong attention to detail and thoroughness when reviewing catalog records and searching databases. Familiarity with online public access catalogs (OPAC) and OCLC. Ability to maintain accurate records, manage administrative tasks, and support multiple projects and team priorities. Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it's ok if you don't. Familiarity with South Asian languages and scripts highly desirable. This is a part-time, 29 hour per week, position that is based in Ithaca, NY and fully on-site. Core hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm. The final schedule will be established in collaboration with the supervisor. Rewards and Benefits Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability. Follow this link to learn more about the Total Rewards of Working at Cornell: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. University Job Title: Collections Asst III Job Family: Library/Museum Level: C Pay Rate Type: Hourly Pay Range: $24.30 - $26.15 Remote Option Availability: Onsite Company: Endowed Contact Name: Keionda Lewis Contact Email: kll98@cornell.edu Job Titles and Pay Ranges: Non-Union Positions Noted pay ranges reflect the potential pay opportunity for each job profile. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria: Prior relevant work or industry experience Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position Unique applicable skills Academic Discipline Union Positions Current Employees: Online Submission Guidelines : Employment Assistance: Notice to Applicants: EEO Statement: Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of "... any person ... any study." 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