East Asian Cataloging Librarian, Indiana University Libraries

East Asian Cataloging Librarian

Assistant Librarian, Indiana University Libraries

INDIANA UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES

The Indiana University Libraries Bloomington seek a knowledgeable, self-motivated, and service-oriented professional to serve as an expert in East Asian languages in support of cataloging production and initiatives. Reporting to the Head of Area Studies Cataloging, the East Asian Cataloging Librarian will create bibliographic and authority records for resources in East Asian languages, with a focus on Japanese, to be contributed to the Libraries’ integrated library system and the OCLC WorldCat database. Through active participation in professional programs and organizations related to East Asian language cataloging, this position will provide leadership for cataloging operations related to complex vernacular scripts, including the revision of local practices and improvement of database content.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create original cataloging records including vernacular script fields and enhance OCLC metadata records for East Asian language resources on all subjects
• Create new authority records for personal and corporate names, conference names, uniform titles, and series
• Identify problems, design solutions, and take appropriate actions to efficiently and effectively incorporate East Asian language resources in the Libraries’ collections
• Maintain current awareness of professional trends and developments in metadata creation for East Asian language resources, and monitor evolving metadata schemes and practices
• Collaborate with other catalogers on bibliographic and authority records for East Asian language resources as needed
• Provide training and work assessment for paraprofessional catalogers and student employees assigned to work with East Asian language resources and related projects
• Serve as a consultant and cataloging liaison to other library departments for operations related to East Asian language resources
• Serve as an official IU Libraries’ representative to relevant institutional, regional, national, and international cataloging/metadata programs and organizations, such as the OCLC CJK Users Group
• Promote the Libraries’ culture of diversity and inclusion, and support the values outlined in IU Bloomington’s Campus Bicentennial Strategic Plan (https://provost.indiana.edu/strategic-plan/), the Libraries Strategic Plan (https://libraries.indiana.edu/strategicplan), and the Libraries’ Diversity Strategic Plan (https://libraries.indiana.edu/diversity-strategic-plan)

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library or information science; candidates with an advanced degree in a relevant subject area and appropriate experience in an academic setting will also be considered
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the following metadata content standards and tools: MARC21; Resource Description and Access (RDA); Library of Congress classification and subject headings; the national Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC) components for shared bibliographic records (BIBCO) and authority records for names (NACO) and subjects (SACO)
• Language skills and cultural knowledge to accurately describe, provide authorized access points, and assign subject headings and classification numbers for materials in Japanese
• Evidence of skills for effective planning, document writing, and implementation of cataloging policies or projects
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a rapidly changing environment
• Sound interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships and work cooperatively in a team environment
• Understanding and valuing of diversity and the importance of inclusion as demonstrated through a commitment to apply and incorporate the differences, complexities, and opportunities that diversity brings to an organization
• Ability to meet the requirements of a tenure-track librarian position (https://libraries.indiana.edu/file/promotion-and-tenure-criteria-iub-librarians-pdf)

Preferred:

• Minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in original cataloging, preferably in a large academic library
• Bibliographic language skills in Korean and/or Chinese
• Aptitude for technology and interest in software and data manipulation tools
• Familiarity with classical Japanese
• Experience with OCLC and a substantial level of experience with integrated library systems
• Experience creating NACO and SACO authority records

Salary and Benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and education; benefits include a university healthcare plan, university-funded base retirement plan, a 100% university paid group life insurance plan, and a generous paid time off plan.  This is a tenure-track academic appointment that includes eligibility for sabbatical leaves.  For a full list of benefit programs, please refer to the following resources:
Website: http://www.indiana.edu/~uhrs/benefits/neweeo-profe.html
Video: http://www.indiana.edu/~uhrs/benefitsvideo/academic.html
Brochure:  http://hr.iu.edu/pubs/books/IU-benefits_broch.pdf
For more information about Indiana University Bloomington go to http://www.indiana.edu.
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

TO APPLY

For full consideration, applications must be received by Wednesday, August 15, 2018. The position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com. Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Jennifer Chaffin, Director of Human Resources, Libraries Human Resources, Herman B Wells Library 205, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN 47405 – Phone: 812-855-8196 – Fax: 812-855-2576 – Email: libpers@indiana.edu.

Monographs Description Librarian at Duke University Libraries

Duke University Libraries are recruiting a Monographs Description Librarian, who is responsible for original and copy cataloging of monographs in all formats, subjects, and languages in which there is competence.  S/He keeps abreast of standards and demonstrates a commitment to customer service and to collaborative work in support of discovery and access through team and departmental efforts and through active participation in projects. Please note that we prioritize language competencies in non-Roman languages particularly Arabic, Chinese, and/or Russian.
Details at: https://library.duke.edu/about/jobs/monographsdescriptionlibrarian

Monographs Description Librarian

Responsibilities

•    Performs original and complex copy cataloging of monographs in all formats, subjects, and languages for which there is competence; enhances or replaces OCLC records within established guidelines; assigns Library of Congress Classification call numbers; inputs and edits holdings and item information to ensure accuracy and completeness of information.
•    Works collegially across departments in the Duke University Libraries (DUL), Rubenstein Library, and the professional school libraries to maintain good communication and relations among cataloging units, and to contribute to practices that maximize efficiency and provide a seamless discovery experience for users.
•    Assists with planning and management of short and long-term cataloging projects and, including coordinating projects with other departments in the Duke University Libraries (DUL), Rubenstein Library, the professional school libraries, consortia partners (TRLN, Ivy Plus) and vendors.
•    Actively participates in team, department, and division meetings and activities to contribute toward an environment that promotes inclusion, respect, trust, and accountability.
•    Displays continuing growth in professional knowledge by taking an active interest in the profession as demonstrated through continuing development of professional knowledge and abilities, membership and participation in professional organizations, and/or service to the Libraries, the University, or the community in a professional capacity.
•    Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities
•    None

Qualifications

It is the expectation that all Duke University Libraries staff members will demonstrate exceptional workplace behaviors in the execution of their specific position responsibilities. These behaviors are customer focus, collaboration, creative problem solving, continuous learning and a commitment to inclusion.

Education:
Required:  MLS from an ALA accredited program or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred: Advanced degree in a related field

Experience:
Required:
•    Familiarity with the use and application of RDA or other bibliographic description standards, subject analysis, and application of a standard classification system
•    Experience with MARC bibliographic formats
•    Reading knowledge of one language other than English
•    Familiarity with at least one library utility and integrated library system (ILS)
•    Experience performing copy cataloging in an academic setting
•    Evidence of analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
•    Strong interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
•    Awareness of trends and issues relative to library information technology and supported applications for bibliographic and authority metadata.

Preferred:
•    Working knowledge of OCLC Connexion and an ILS such as Ex Libris’ Aleph
•    Prioritize language competencies in non-Roman languages particularly Arabic, Chinese, and/or Russian
•    1-3 years of experience performing complex copy or original cataloging
•    Experience leading or contributing to short and long-term projects
•    Knowledge of Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC) standards and programs
•    Knowledge of BIBFRAME and other linked data initiatives; knowledge of non-MARC metadata standards

Working Conditions
•    Must be able to work in an environment in which exposure to materials containing dust and mold is possible
•    Must be able to lift 20 pounds and unpack, shelve and shift large quantities of library materials
•    Frequent bending, crouching, stooping
•    Normal office environment

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

Salary and Benefits
Salary and rank dependent on qualifications and experience. Comprehensive benefits package includes 20 days vacation, 13 holidays, 12 days sick leave; health, dental, disability and life insurance and support for professional development and training.

Environment
Since its founding in 1924, Duke University has grown into one of the most prestigious private universities in the world and its medical center ranks annually among the top in the nation. The Duke University Libraries are the shared center of the university's intellectual life, connecting people and ideas. The Libraries consist of the Perkins Library, Bostock Library, Rubenstein Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Lilly Library, and Music Library, and the library at the Duke Marine Laboratory in Beaufort. Duke's library holdings of 6.2 million volumes are among the largest of private universities in the United States.

Duke is a diverse community committed to the principles of excellence, fairness, and respect for all people. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. We believe that when we understand, celebrate, and tap into our uniqueness to creatively solve problems and address shared goals, our possibilities are limitless. Duke University Libraries value diversity of thought, perspective, experience, and background and are actively committed to a culture of inclusion and respect.      
      
Duke's hometown is Durham, North Carolina, a city with vibrant research, medical and arts communities, and numerous shops, restaurants and theaters. Durham is located in the Research Triangle, a growing metropolitan area of more than one million people that provides a wide range of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. The Triangle is conveniently located just a few hours from the mountains and the coast, offers a moderate climate, and has been ranked among the best places to live and to do business.

Duke offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes both traditional benefits such as health insurance, leave time and retirement, as well as wide ranging work/life and cultural benefits. Details can be found at:  http://www.hr.duke.edu/benefits/index.php.

Application
Cover letter, detailed resume and the names, addresses (mailing and e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references should be submitted to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/11140. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications which are missing any of the components listed above will not be reviewed.

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

UC Berkeley: Chinese Cataloging Librarian

Three Year Appointment
Hiring Range: Associate Librarian–Librarian
$53,913–$76,344 per annum, based on qualifications
This is a three year full time temporary appointment available starting August 2017 with option to renew dependent upon funding.

The University of California, Berkeley, is seeking a cataloging librarian with expertise in Chinese language. The successful candidate’s primary responsibility will be original and complex descriptive and subject cataloging, classification, and authority work, creating and maintaining bibliographic records and establishing and revising authority records for the national database as well as for Berkeley's integrated library system and NACO. The successful candidate will remain current with existing and emerging cataloging policies, practices, standards, schema, and procedures, including FRBR and non-MARC metadata.

Minimum Basic Qualifications at time of application:

• MLS from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent degree 
• Demonstrated knowledge of written and spoken Chinese, including classical Chinese 
• Demonstrated knowledge of MARC21, RDA, LCSH, LCCS 
• Knowledge of the Pinyin system of romanization This recruitment will remain open until filled.

This is a temporary three year position with option to renew dependent upon funding.

For the complete job announcement and how to apply, go to: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF01372

University of Michigan: Japanese Copy Cataloger

Job Opening ID:  129583

Working Title:  Japanese Copy Cataloger

Job Title:  Info Resources Cataloging Spec

Work Location:  Ann Arbor Campus,Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time:  Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:  Regular

FLSA Status:  Nonexempt

Organizational Group:  Univ Library

Department:  Library Research - Asia

Posting Begin/End Date:  8/05/2016 – 8/26/2016

Salary:  $33,000.00 – $38,000.00

Career Interest:  Libraries & Museums

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position, include your salary requirements, and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

NOTE: This is a three-year term-limited appointment.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan Library is one of the world’s largest academic research libraries and serves a vibrant university community that is home to 19 schools and colleges, 100 top ten graduate programs, and annual research expenditures approaching $1.5 billion a year. To enable the university’s world-changing work and to serve the public good, the library collects, preserves, and shares the scholarly and cultural record in all existing and emerging forms, and leads the reinvention of the academic research library in the digital age.

As one of the largest East Asian language collections in North America, the Asia Library provides scholarly resources in various formats to patrons at both the university and other institutions to support East Asian studies. The Asia Library holds approximately one million physical volumes of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean monographs, serials, microforms, and other media. The Library also provides access to thousands of electronic databases, books, and serials in East Asian languages.

The Japanese Copy Cataloger is responsible for the technical processing of Japanese language materials as well as any English language materials with Japanese scripts in all formats and subjects. This position’s major responsibility is to perform basic and complex copy cataloging on Japanese language materials in all subject areas and formats, including monographs, serials, microform, electronic resources and audiovisual materials according to local and national standards. This position uses online catalogs, databases, and web resources in a networked environment.

The library is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages all employees to fully incorporate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and life experiences into their work and towards the fulfillment of the library's mission.

Responsibilities

• Copy catalog from existing records in Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) by searching OCLC database for record matches.
• Verify access points and Library of Congress (LC) subject headings.
• Enhance library records in OCLC by adding LC subject headings, classification numbers, and name headings with authority work.
• Resolve complex cataloging problems according to local practices and national cataloging standards (RDA/AACR2, LCSH, LC Classification, and MARC21 formats) as well as LC Japanese transliteration schemes.
• Create records with both Japanese script and LC transliteration according to LC Japanese transliteration schemes.
• Assign subject headings, classification numbers, and name headings with authority work following national cataloging standards and local practices.
• Contribute to the maintenance of the bibliographic database by fixing problems identified by others and by finding and fixing problems independently.
• Train and supervise student assistants in cataloging and associated duties.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 to 3 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Expert knowledge of written and spoken Japanese, including classical Japanese.
• Familiarity with the modified Hepburn system of romanization.
• Demonstrated ability to perform repetitive work accurately and quickly, with the flexibility to work under frequently changing work patterns.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills, customer service orientation, and demonstrated technical aptitude.
• Ability to understand diverse perspectives and acknowledge the significance of differences and complexities in backgrounds, cultures, values and viewpoints as the foundation for an inclusive environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of national and international metadata standards and schemes.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

Applications will be reviewed as received throughout the posting period and continue until the position is filled.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

For more information
http://umjobs.org/job_detail/129583/japanese_copy_cataloger

Sarasota, FL: Temporary Chinese Cataloger

Immediate opening

Backstage Library works is looking for a temporary Chinese cataloger to work onsite at a library in Sarasota, Florida. The project is expected to last 5-6 weeks with full-time hours beginning April 25^th (the start date may be negotiable). If not local to the Sarasota area, all expenses, including room and board, will be provided.

Pay starts at $16.00/hr.

Job description

Library cataloging, including LC classification and subject headings for ~500 monographs in Chinese and English languages. Copy cataloging will be from WorldCat in the OCLC WMS system with original cataloging if no copy is found, plus holdings. Non-Roman item original cataloging includes transliteration and script.  Physical processing includes handling items, attaching barcodes, printing spine labels and label attachment.

Requirements

·         Must accurately type 50+ wpm

·         Ability to work productively and intelligently with minimal supervision

·         Attentiveness to detail

·         Strong organizational skills

·         Knowledge of cataloging standards including RDA, AACR2, ISBD, MARC21, LC classification, LCSH and LC Chinese transliteration

·         Experience searching WorldCat – training on OCLC WMS will be provided

·         Must pass a background check and drug test

Please submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@bslw.com