Cataloging Librarian

Title : Cataloging Librarian

Employee Classification : Librarian

Campus : University of North Texas

Division : UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department : UNT-University Library

Department : UNT-University Library-Gen-141000

Job Location : Denton

Salary :  Salary and rank depending on qualifications with a minimum of $64,780.20 (Assistant), $69,280.20 (Associate), and $75,580.20 (Librarian).

FTE : 1.00

Retirement Eligibility : ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview :

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu .

Department Summary

A wide range of student- and faculty-centered services are the cornerstone of the Libraries' integral role in the University of North Texas community. As the most-used service on campus and an essential component of education and research at the University of North Texas, the Libraries offer access to an abundant collection of more than 6 million items (print and digital) along with expert personnel to assist patrons in achieving their academic and scholarly goals. We provide innovative and inclusive programs and support to enhance the intermingling of teaching, learning, and research at UNT.

The Cataloging and Metadata Services Department at the University of North Texas Library is seeking to hire a Cataloging Librarian to work collaboratively with department, division, and other library personnel to perform original and complex cataloging of materials.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI / MSIs and / or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or / and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The Cataloging Librarian will report to the Department Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services (CMS) and will be responsible for catalog records and related data resources in a variety of languages, subjects, and formats. The librarian will work collaboratively within the CMS department to maintain a comprehensive and precise catalog of holdings for the UNT Libraries, assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures for bibliographic and authority control, and facilitate planning and process improvements. The librarian is expected to perform original and complex copy cataloging by providing full and accurate resource description and subject analysis according to international and local standards. The Cataloging Librarian will also work collaboratively with the Libraries’ other departments and divisions.

UNT librarians hold fixed duration Professional Faculty status, and are expected to participate in scholarly, professional, and service activities that enhance their departmental responsibilities.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform original and complex copy cataloging of library resources in various formats and languages.
• Download, edit, and load vendor-supplied bibliographic record files using MarcEdit, III Sierra, and other tools, ensuring compliance with current cataloging standards and practices.
• Perform name, title, and series authority work, and contribute new or updated authority records to the LC / NACO Authority File.
• Participate in cooperative metadata endeavors, such as OCLC and NACO.
• Proactively evaluate workflows to improve automation, quality, and efficiency of work, and participate in the development of departmental goals, policies, procedures, and priorities.
• Participate in the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of staff, students, and interns.
• Manage projects with respect to deadlines, prioritization, and completion.
• Prepare administrative and statistical reports, as assigned.
• Cooperate with Collection Development and Collection Assessment units to improve cross-division workflows.
• Work collaboratively with other units across the Libraries.
• Provide training, consultation, and documentation about cataloging, metadata, authority control, and other topics to relevant staff across the Libraries.
• Keep abreast of current and developing standards, practices, and policies for cataloging and metadata, and disseminate information to colleagues as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about ensuring all voices are heard, who value wellness, and believe in fostering a psychologically safe environment to apply.

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications :

Required License / Registration / Certifications

Work Schedule :

Varies based on assignment.

Driving University Vehicle :

Security Sensitive :

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions :

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Applicants must submit a CV, a cover letter, and a list of three professional references with their online application.

Benefits :

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EEO Statement :

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit and takes actions to prevent discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.