San Marcos, TX
Texas State University
Head of Cataloging
Posting Number: 2027125
Location: San Marcos
Department: University Libraries
Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting
Job Type: Full-Time
Monthly Salary: $6,298.00 - $7,569.91
Job Category: Exempt
Required Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Library and/or Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association.
- Ability to operate within a complex technology environment (includes campus software, e.g., SAP, Office 365, PowerBI) and specialized software relevant to cataloging and metadata (e.g., OCLC, FOLIO, MarcEdit).
- Knowledge of information access standards and metadata schemes (RDA, AACR2, LCSH, MARC21, OCLC standards, CONSER standards, etc.).
- Knowledge of trends and emerging best practices in library services and library resources.
- Ability to show initiative and to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to analyze, synthesize, and organize information using research skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of supervisory and management practices.
- Effective organization, attention to detail and time management strategies.
- Experience providing leadership for the delivery of excellent customer service.
- Knowledge of library linked data standards and applications.
- Ability to manage projects, develop policies or drive library initiatives across functional lines.
Job Description:
Texas State University Libraries is seeking a Head of Cataloging. This position is responsible for the management and development of the Cataloging Unit, including developing, implementing, and continuously evolving services. The Cataloging Unit oversees cataloging, metadata and database maintenance on multiple platforms, and preservation for materials in all formats and all goals, objectives, and projects related to these functions.
In collaboration with other Scholarly Resources managers, the Head of Cataloging will work to provide a welcoming, responsive, user-focused, service-oriented environment for University Libraries patrons.
Job Duties:
- Oversee cataloging, metadata and database maintenance in multiple platforms for materials in all formats.
- Lead staff in the evolution of metadata practices related to MARC and non-MARC formats.
- Hire, orient, train, re-train, coach, counsel, evaluate, mentor, and monitor all departmental staff including direct reports.
- Evaluate and adjust staffing and duties and workflows to improve services and staff workloads.
- Provide collection statistics to University Libraries, state of Texas, and national agencies by deadlines.
- Oversee library materials preservation to protect and retain damaged unique and/or highly used library materials to support our users, our collections, and our cooperative initiatives with other libraries such as HathiTrust, TexShare, etc.
- Participates in appropriate professional development activities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Additional Information to Applicants:
TXST University Libraries will not sponsor or transfer visa sponsorship for this position.
Job Open Date: 10/28/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM
Posting Notices:
Legal and Required Notices:
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.
Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/59026"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/59026
For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9926314"">https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/59026 or call [contact details available in the full listing] or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.
About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff
Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.
Why work @ Texas State?
• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions
By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.
je-fdf02cd632dd[contact details available in the full listing]e0b5d8031fb
