Collabera Job Opportunity

• The Corporate Heritage Department (Public Affairs Realm) is looking for a cataloger to lead the modernization of their library catalog. This team is still utilizing catalog cards, looking to modernize their process with use of spreadsheets for digitalization initiatives.
• Comprised of over 3,000 books including special collections
• Responsible for developing, implementing & executing ideas for how to update the library's catalog and provide broad oversight in all areas of library information source processing.
• Proactively provide feedback and present ideas for improving or implementing processes and tools with Quality Assurance impact
• Perform complex transactional support tasks
• Provide support on escalated questions Interact with Client personnel on a wide range of information

• Required: Either an ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or equivalent degree.
• Preferred: Two or more years' experience cataloging collections for special or academic libraries.
• Understanding the structure of library-related authority metadata.
• Experience with working with controlled vocabularies (e.g., LC vocabularies, Wikidata, ISNI).
• Experience with cataloging procedures and principles outlined in RDA, MARC Bibliographic, Holdings, and Authorities formats.
• Understand the process of metadata querying, analysis, remediation, batch-loading & mapping, such as MarcEdit, OpenRefine, SPARQL, XSLT, and scripting languages; knowledge of RDF, XML, and other machine actionable metadata languages; basic understanding of APIs.
• Familiarity with linked data principles, standards, and applications; understanding of library-oriented ontologies such as BIBFRAME.
• Detail oriented
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-starter/ self-led - manage their own time effectively
• Passionate, curious people
• Proficiency using Windows, word processing, spreadsheets (email, Internet, Integrated Library Systems)
• Must be able to push and maneuver a fully-loaded book cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weight up to 10 pounds

• MLS Degree
• Experience in a Library working with library catalog (Library of Congress is the one they work with specifically)
• Has a deep understanding of the logic behind the catalog system
• Experience with library archives and special collections experience
• Conservation experience (preservation of physical books)
• for developing, implementing, and executing strategies for updating, upgrading, and maintaining authorities in the library's catalog. This role will involve providing broad oversight in all areas of library information source processing.
• Responsibilities:
• Develop, implement, and execute strategies for updating, upgrading, and maintaining authorities in the library's catalog
• Provide broad oversight in all areas of library information source processing
• Catalog the library collection using the LCC (Library of Congress Classification) standard
• Work on data remediation/update activities with controlled vocabularies
• Apply current cataloging procedures and principles as defined in RDA, MARC Bibliographic, Holdings, and Authorities formats
• Utilize tools for metadata querying, analysis, remediation, batch-loading & mapping
• Familiarize with linked data principles, standards, and applications - Demonstrate excellent analytical and problem
• solving skills
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Work independently and collaboratively with team members
• Manage short-and long-term projects effectively
• Stay updated on computer applications and tools related to cataloging

• Required: ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS or equivalent degree
• Preferred: Two or more years of experience cataloging collections for special or academic libraries

• Deep understanding of library-related authority metadata
• Experience with controlled vocabularies and different types of vocabularies
• Knowledge of cataloging procedures and principles
• Familiarity with metadata querying tools and scripting languages
• Understanding of linked data principles and library-oriented ontologies
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in PC-based applications and computer competency
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Commitment to professional development and service

• Ability to sit and perform desk-based computer tasks
• Capability to lift/carry/push/pull objects up to 10 pounds
• Flexibility to stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, kneel/crawl occasionally
• Rare use of a telephone and hand controls