Catalog Librarian Society Library

The Catalog Librarianmaintainsthe catalog’s efficiency and consistency whilecopycatalogingand enhancing records forincomingmaterials andediting existing records in the catalog to ensure the best access to materials.

• An ALA-accredited MLS with a minimum of one cataloging course
• Knowledge of cataloging standards, including RDA, AACR2, LCSH, and DDC
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail

• Minimum 1 year of related experience copy cataloging
• Experience working with OCLCConnexionand Innovative Interfaces Sierra Integrated Library System

• Perform copy cataloging of materials, primarily printed monographs, in OCLCConnexionaccording to RDA, AACR2, LCSH, and DDC
• Import records for electronic books and audio books, edit using
  
  Marc Edit
• Maintain consistency and completeness of the catalog in Sierra ILS
• Update and enhance existing bibliographic records
• Import and update name, title, series, and subject authority records
• Assist with any other bibliographicand metadataprojects assigned by the supervisor, including work with the Library’sspecial collections
• Consult with the supervisor to periodically update cataloging procedures
• Comply withall Library policies and procedures
• Serves on the reference team
• Receives imports from OCLCConnexionand generates labels and prepares books for the pages to process
• Handles deaccessioning and withdrawing weeded anddamagedmaterials from the catalog
• Contributes regularly to the library blog
• Catalogs all juvenile titles for Children’s Library
• Catalogsebooksand audio books
• Receives imports from OCLCConnexionand generates labels and prepares books for the pages to process

The New York Society Library is an independent library founded in 1754 with a mission to connect books and people in an environment of intellectual freedom. The Librarytoday is open to all for reading, reference, exhibitions, and selected events.

Membershipsprovideadditionalbenefits, including circulation privileges, access to beautiful writing and study spaces, and member-only events. The Library’sbeautiful, landmarkedbuilding dates from 1917 and includes reading rooms, spaces for study, book stacks, and the Assunta, Ignazio,Adaand Romano Peluso Exhibition Gallery. The Libraryhas approximately 300,000 volumes and hosts a variety ofspecial events, reading groups, and workshops, as well as the New York City Book Awards.

This is a full-time position with the following schedule:
Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm.

Standing/Walking: 20-30%

Lifting:
Occasional to frequent lifting up to 30 lbs.

Vision:
Normal.

Requireslong periodsof work at computers.

Indoor environment:
Working closely with others and independently.

Occasional exposure to dust and mold.

$57,000 – $65,000commensuratewith experience andincludinga full benefits packagecomprisinghealth/dental/vision plans, 403(b) defined contribution plan, flexible benefits plan,vacation, holiday, and sick time.

The New York Society Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.