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Project Cataloger (Casual Position)Amherst Campus Part Time JR5921Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.Job Description:Amherst College invites applications for the Project Cataloger position. The Project Cataloger is a part-time, casual position with no benefits, starting at $22/hour - commensurate with experience. Given Amherst's distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.The Project Cataloger will work on projects to re-classify and copy catalog resources in the library's collection of music scores and sound recordings. This includes reviewing and updating bibliographic records in OCLC, assigning Library of Congress Classification numbers, and updating records in our library services platform (FOLIO). The Project Cataloger will also perform physical processing of materials, such as labeling.Summary of Responsibilities:Cataloging Reviews and updates MARC bibliographic records in OCLC according to national standardsCreates new and/or verifies and assigns existing Library of Congress Classification numbersUpdates holdings in OCLC to ensure accurate representation in WorldCatUpdates bibliographic, holdings, and item records in FOLIO following consortial best practicesPhysical processing Prints and applies spine labelsMakes pamphlet binders for materials as needed and identifies other repair or processing needsQualifications:Required Bachelor's Degree1 to 3 years of Related ExperienceExperience in resource description, including creating MARC bibliographic records and assigning Library of Congress Classification numbersExperience cataloging music scores and/or sound recordingsDemonstrated analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environmentDemonstrated commitment to effectively supporting a broadly diverse and intentionally inclusive communityAwareness of critical concerns in the field, including bias in resource descriptionSuccessful completion of required reference and background checksPreferred Master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or foreign equivalentAmherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at.Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted.(Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen)Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.To apply, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr