Assistant Professor - Cataloging Reference Librarian

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Performs original and copy cataloging for a variety of formats
• Creates and posts monthly acquisitions lists
• Schedules staff development workshops 
• Provides leadership and oversight of cataloging including policy development, implementation, and review with library staff/librarians 
• Prepares monthly cataloging statistics and departmental 
• Participates in collection development within an assigned area of responsibility
• Participates in budget preparation and in developing annual goal and objectives
• Works with head of systems and technical services staff
• Provides a leadership role for reviewing and implementing new cataloging trends
• Participates in the delivery of reference instruction, including staffing the reference desk
• Participates in professional activities 
• Performs other duties as assigned 

MINIMUM/REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Working knowledge of AACR2, RDA, metadata standards, MARC input standards, Dewey and LC classification schedules
• Experience with Innovative Interfaces Integrated Library System
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Understanding and experience with the application of current technology in a library and other instructional settings
• Demonstrated knowledge of new and emerging technologies and their application in an academic library
• Excellent organizational, analytical and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability for attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work alone and collaboratively in a multicultural environment
• Commitment to professional development and service
• Master’s degree from an American Library Association-accredited library school
• At least three (3) years experience as a cataloger in an academic library and one (1) year experience of original cataloging