Cataloging & Metadata Specialist
Job Summary
Under supervision of the Senior Manager of Collection Strategies and Discovery (CS&D), this position works in close consultation with the Cataloging and Metadata Librarian. The unit is responsible for cataloging newly acquired library materials, and for maintaining bibliographic and inventory records in Alma for display in the library's discovery system, OneSearch. Materials may be monographic or serial and be presented in all formats, including electronic resources, print resources, and non-print materials. Materials may be acquired in languages other than English. This position has chief responsibility for complex cataloging of Special Collections & Archives (SCA) materials, juvenile materials and other materials requiring adaptive and original cataloging. Adaptive cataloging may include deriving new bibliographic records, enhancing existing records, reviewing authorized name headings, and assigning subject headings and call numbers. This position is also responsible for reporting collection statistics.
Department Summary
Collection Strategies (CS) comprises the collection development, acquisitions, electronic resource management, document delivery and resource sharing functions of the library. The department contributes to the electronic resources and acquisitions functions of the unit, as well as contributing to the overall services and programs of CS and the library.
Key Qualifications
- Thorough knowledge of cataloging standards and practices, including AACR2/RDA; MARC21 Format for Bibliographic Data and Authority Data; Library of Congress, Dewey and Superintendent of Documents classification schemes; and Library of Congress name and subject headings (LCNA, LCSH).
- Demonstrated expertise in creating and correcting bibliographic records; ability to perform original and adaptive cataloging for materials representing all levels of difficulty, in various formats and a variety of languages. Working knowledge of library collection and its organization, as well as classification schemes. Thorough knowledge of external online databases, systems, and resources, including the ability to perform complex online searches.
- Advanced knowledge and experience in OCLC bibliographic input standards for books, continuing resources, scores, sound recordings, visual materials, computer files, maps, and unique items. Knowledge of metadata standards and systems for digital collections.
- Experience with Ex Libris’ Alma and Primo systems, including the Metadata Editor and bibliographic systems jobs; experience with bibliographic and cataloging tools such as OCLC Connexion.
Education and Experience
- A high school education or equivalent certification plus three years of related library and/or clerical experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Salary and Benefits
Anticipated Hiring Range: $52,000 - $66,250 annually
Classification Range: $49,944 - $92,076 annually
Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.
Cal Poly
Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly’s hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu.
Diversity Statement
At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.
Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer.
Supplemental Information
Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).
Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.