May 14, 2012
Rare Book Cataloger, Backstage Library Works, Salem, MA
QUAL:
- At least 5 years of experience in rare book and manuscript cataloging
- ALA-accredited MLS
- Thorough knowledge of DCRM, RBMS Controlled Vocabularies
- Capacity to deal with problems intelligently
- Must be able to work independently and also function as part of a team
- Type speed minimum: 45 wpm
- Must pass a general knowledge test
- Ability to work accurately under pressure
- Attentiveness to detail and quality
- Strong organizational skills
- Willingness to work in a production environment
- Ability to learn new tasks quickly and accurately
- Professional attitude when working with Library staff
- Must pass a background check prior to appointment
- High-level accuracy in cataloging
- Demonstrated knowledge of Library of Congress subject headings and classification schedules
- Demonstrated proficiency with MARC21, DACS, AACR2, LCRI, ISBD, and related cataloging tools (ClassWeb, Cataloger's Desktop, etc)
Preferred additional skills
- Knowledge of one or more foreign languages
- Experience with ExLibris Voyager ILS
- Experience working in a museum environment
DUTIES: Backstage Library Works, based in the United States in Provo, Utah, and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, provides technical services to libraries, museums, and archives around the world.
Backstage Library Works is building a cataloging team for a temporary project at the research library of a world-renowned museum. One position on this team is available for a rare book cataloger.mThe expected duration of this project is approximately 7 months, working 5 days (40 hours) per week. Cataloger will be working on-site at the Phillips Library at the Peabody Essex Museum performing original cataloging on rare monographs and manuscript collections.
Responsibilities
- Learn to use site-specific software for cataloging & physical processing
- Ensure that each batch of items is cataloged correctly
- Transport materials between the stacks and individual work stations
- Handle antiquarian materials in accordance with industry guidelines
- Make informed decisions within given specifications
- Ensure required levels of throughput and accuracy are maintained
SALARY: Pay depends on qualifications but ranges from $20-35 per hour. Benefits include paid leave and productivity bonuses; after two calendar months benefits include health/dental care and matching retirement contribution plan.
TO APPLY: To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume with references and experience to Caity Grether, Cataloging Project Manager, via email (cgrether@bslw.com).
DEADLINE: This position will remain open until filled.