COPY CATALOGER
DUMBARTON OAKS RESEARCH LIBRARY
Function: Performs copy cataloging for a distinguished library
(approximately 178,000 volumes) with
world-renowned collections in Byzantine and medieval studies, garden
history and landscape architecture, and
Pre-Columbian studies. Reports to Head Cataloger. Cataloging and
associated authority work are done using
SIRSI, HOLLIS, and OCLC, following Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, 2nd
edition, revised (AACR2r),
MARC, and Library of Congress policy and classification scheme. A new
library facility is being designed with
completion expected in 2004.
Duties:
1. Performs copy cataloging in a variety of languages for monographic
and non-print materials following current
national standards for bibliographic description, authorities work, and
subject analysis.
2. Maintains quality control procedures for cataloging and processing
of materials.
3. Assists with bar-coding project, revising bibliographic and item
records as needed.
4. Participates in library's reclassification project.
5. Prepares material for serials cataloging by Harvard University
Library CONSER office.
6. Performs related duties as needed.
Qualifications: Required: Library experience involving use of an
integrated library system (academic or
research library preferred). Strong computer skills. Ability to work
effectively in a collaborative environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to
successfully contribute to an evolving work situation
requiring flexibility and versatility. Preferred: Cataloging
experience. Reading knowledge of foreign languages.
BA in humanities field.
Grade 52: salary range $26,200-33,000. 35-hour work week. Excellent
benefits. Submit letter of application
and resumé by November 30, 2001 to: Maria Schmitt, Human Resources
Officer, Dumbarton Oaks, 1703
32nd Street, NW, Washington, DC 20007. Email: [log in to unmask] EOE
11/01
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