Librarian II; Cataloging Librarian

Gardner Main Library (Salary Range $66,654 to $73,646)

JCFPL

JOB TITLE:

Librarian II (Cataloging Librarian)

DEPARTMENT: Collections and Technical Services

LOCATION: Priscilla Gardner Main Library

REPORTS TO: Head of Collections and Technical Services

CIVIL SERVICE

JOB TITLE:

Librarian II

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $66,654 to $73,646 per year

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time

WORKWEEK: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (35 hours/week). May be required to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Final date to receive applications: September 23, 2025

BENEFIT

SUMMARY:

This summary outlines the general benefits available to library employees, designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits available to Full-Time Employees:
Medical coverage 60 days from the first day of employment, Prescription coverage is the first of the month following 60 days of employment at no cost to the employee and additional cost per each dependent added. Dental coverage is provided at no cost 60 days after the first day of employment. Vision coverage is provided at no cost and reimbursed at $250.00 per year.

Additional Full-Time benefits include Life & AD&D insurance, 403b, Participation in pension plan (dependent on age at the time of hire date). Part-Time Employee benefits include participation in pension plan and sick/vacation leave. A more detailed summary can be found on our Employment Opportunities page located ibrary.org

JCFPL is the largest municipal library in the State of New Jersey, with ten locations and growing, and a collection comprising over 2.5 million print and digital items. Our staff of nearly 120 dedicated individuals serves the residents, students, and workers of Jersey City: the largest city in Hudson County, N.J., and the second-largest city in New Jersey.

The staff of JCFPL reflects the cultural and linguistic diversity of Jersey City, which is consistently ranked as the most diverse community in the United States. Collectively, our staff speaks over 16 languages, including English, Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Tagalog, Gujarati, Marathi, Igbo, Portuguese, and others.

JCFPL is committed to building on our strong foundation and expanding our ability to meet the needs of Jersey City’s growing and increasingly diverse community.

The Cataloging Librarian is responsible for efficiently and accurately cataloging and classifying print and electronic resources to ensure their effective discovery and access by library patrons. This role involves managing metadata, maintaining the library's catalog, and collaborating with other library staff to enhance the overall user experience. The position is responsible for supervising the library’s technical services staff and reports to the Head of the Collections and Technical Services Division.

• Cataloging and Classification:
  • Create bibliographic records for print and electronic materials using standardized cataloging rules such as MARC (Machine-Readable Cataloging) format.
  • Assign appropriate subject headings, classification numbers, and keywords to facilitate accurate resource discovery.
  • Utilize online databases, cataloging software, and integrated library systems (ILS) to input and manage bibliographic data.
• Metadata Management:
  • Enhance and maintain accurate metadata for all resources, including title, author, publisher, publication date, and edition details.
  • Update and revise existing records to reflect changes, corrections, and additions to the collection.
  • Ensure consistency and quality of metadata to improve search and retrieval processes.
• Electronic Resources Management:
  • Catalog and maintain electronic resources such as e-books, online databases, digital magazines, and audiovisual materials.
  • Ensure seamless integration of electronic resources into the library's catalog and website.
• Authority Control:
  • Implement authority control procedures to ensure standardized and consistent terminology, author names, and subject headings in the catalog.
  • Collaborate with other library staff to resolve discrepancies and enhance the overall quality of bibliographic data.
• Collaboration and Training:
  • Work closely with acquisition and reference librarians to ensure…