[Libs-Or] Job Posting - Portland, OR - Cataloging Assistant

[Stephanie Doig]

POSITION: Cataloging Assistant

TYPE: Full-time, SEIU-represented, Library Technician 3 classification

LOCATION: Portland State University Library, Portland, OR

POSTED: November 7, 2023, open until finalists identified

APPLY: https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/43236


Position Summary

This position works with unit staff, librarians, library staff, library and
bibliographic system vendors, the Orbis Cascade Alliance, and library users
to facilitate library materials organization, discovery, and retrieval.
Assists in establishing and maintaining ongoing authority control practices
and procedures in accordance with local, regional, and national standards,
including creation and submission of new authority records to the Library
of Congress. This position will also be responsible for collecting
pertinent data and providing reports for library units.Tasks are done
largely independently with help as needed. Monitors, resolves, and answers
user reported access and discovery problems online. Collaborates closely
with other library units.



Key Cultural Competencies

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   Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates
   differences.
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   Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the
   context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and
   cultural backgrounds.
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   Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in
   diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change
   for continual improvement
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   Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited
   Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.



Minimum Qualifications from Classification

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   Bachelors degree plus two years of current (within 5 years) experience
   in a Library; OR ,
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   4 years of current library experience;
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   AND, advanced proficiency in multiple library specific computer
   applications, e.g., integrated library systems, database applications,
   institutional repository; content management systems.
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   Some positions may also require in-depth knowledge of specialty area(s),
   e.g., original cataloging, complex copy cataloging, serials management, ILL
   management, government documents, image resources, music.


Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position

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   Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
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   Understanding of cataloging standards
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   Ability to interpret, create, modify, and verify records within
   established rules and procedures
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   Experience working with digital collections, including familiarity with
   related standards, tools and technologies
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   Understanding of research and publishing practices
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   Ability to work in a team and collaborative environment
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   Proficiency in library specific computer applications (OCLC, integrated
   library systems, and other) and MS Office and Google productivity software.


Preferred Qualifications

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   Experience in original cataloging.
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   Ability to catalog in one or more non-English languages.


Compensation

The starting hourly salary rate for this position will be between $18.12
and $20.62. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range, however
it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities
of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval
from HR. PSU’s excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid
healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition
rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public
Universities.



To Apply:

To apply, please create an account and apply through the Portland State
University career portal:  https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/43236


Posting will remain open until finalists are identified.


For those requiring a reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a
disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for
a position with Portland State University, please call 503-725-4926 or
email askhrc at pdx.edu.
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