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Posting Date
2013-03-12
Position Title
Technical Specialist
Institution
Syracuse University
Location
Syracuse, New York
General Information
This position provides project-based cataloging for sound recordings, and additional formats as needed. The Acquisitions & Cataloging Department has identified over 450,000 items in the Belfer Audio Archive that require catalog records. This position reports to the Catalog Librarian and may have supervisory responsibilities, including delegating work to Bargaining Unit staff, interns, or student workers.
Position Details

Responsibilities: 

Primary responsibilities:

  • Perform original cataloging or complex copy cataloging and classification primarily for sound recordings, using both MARC and non-MARC metadata; ensure that work adheres to both local and national guidelines and standards. Support metadata creation for non-traditional bibliographic material for ContentDM and SURFACE, Syracuse University’s Institutional Repository.
  • Working with librarians and supervisors, contributes to the integrity of access points: name, subject, and series authority files. Perform independent research to create name authority file records.
  • Resolve problems in cataloging and inventory uncovered in the course of project work.
  • Develop and maintain knowledge of latest trends and developments in bibliographic control; keeping abreast of developments in RDA, MARC, and other standards as applicable.
  • Assist in bulk catalog maintenance and report generation using cataloging utilities and software.
  • Deploy the most efficient means for accomplishing projects, using appropriate software and other applications to enhance productivity.
  • Provide support for high-priority cataloging projects as assigned; this may include assisting with grant-funded projects. 

Secondary responsibilities:

  • Participate in continuing education, professional development, and training activities.
  • Attend meetings of the Acquisitions & Cataloging management team of librarians and supervisors as needed.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of library technical services experience or equivalent; Masters’ Degree in Library or Information Science (ALA-accredited) preferred.
  • Familiarity with AACR2/RDA, LCSH, the MARC format, and other relevant standards, such as Dublin Core or VRA.
  • Knowledge of bibliographic utility such as OCLC and an integrated library system, such as Voyager.
  • Supervisory experience preferred.
  • Familiarity with office computer applications (databases, word processing, spreadsheets) required.
  • Familiarity with MacroExpress, SQL, MarcEdit or other cataloging utilities preferred.
  • Music experience or background preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Salary and Benefits
Commensurate with education and experience
Deadline
04/08/2013
Application

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Review of applications begins immediately and the search will remain until April 8, 2013.

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Syracuse University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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