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Job Description

Nature of Work: This position is located in the University Libraries and exists to supervise the Copy Cataloging Unit in the Cataloging and Metadata Services Department; to set unit priorities, workflow, and division of tasks; to assign ongoing and project work; to design and implement copy cataloging procedures in accordance with the policies of the department and the procedures of the Monographic Cataloging Team; to develop training materials for all copy cataloging for the Monographic Cataloging Team, including training for the changes in cataloging software (OCLC's Connexion and Innovative Interfaces' Millenium software); to hire and evaluate personnel; to coordinate the unit's work with other units in the department and with other departments in the Libraries; to solve cataloging problems; and to perform original and complex copy cataloging in a variety of formats.

Additional Info & Requirements

Minimum Requirements: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree; two years of full-time (or equivalent) original cataloging experience, using MARC formats, AACR2 and Library of Congress (LC) Rule interpretations, LC Classification, and LC Subject Headings; experience cataloging on OCLC and in an integrated library system; knowledge of at least one non-English European language; AND two years of supervisory experience. Necessary Special Requirements: Note: The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Highly Desirable Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of Innovative Interfaces Millenium, OCLC Connexion software, as well as experience creating name authority records. Experience supervising the work of cataloging staff is highly desired. Substitution: A combination of work experience in the occupational field or specialized subject area of the work assigned to the job, which provided the same kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education, may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelor’s degree. A master’s or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a field of study related to the work assignment may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree and one or two years of original cataloging experience respectively, but NOT for the specific experience cataloging on OCLC and an integrated library system, knowledge of at least one non-English European language, and the two years of supervisory experience. Please Note: If education is used to meet the minimum requirements, you must submit a transcript copy by the closing date. IMPORTANT NOTE: Your application will be reviewed by a search committee which will identify the most highly qualified candidates for this position. In addition to the required online application form on www.jobsatcu.com, you must submit the following: a letter of interest detailing why you are interested in the job and how your experience, education, and skills match the minimum and highly desirable qualifications listed above; a detailed, chronological resume; and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional business references. Applications submitted without the required letter of interest and resume will NOT be considered, nor will the letter of interest and resume be considered if not accompanied by an online application.

The Community

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Colorado at Boulder. CU-Boulder is one of the premier institutions of higher education in the nation, and we seek to employ people who are willing to help us achieve our goal of offering a high quality educational experience. As one of the largest employers in Boulder County, CU-Boulder can offer you a wide variety of full- and part-time career options. We also have one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation, surrounded by many recreational opportunities. CU-Boulder actively supports personal and professional development of employees and is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

HR Info

NOTE: All applicants must be current residents of the State of Colorado to apply for State Classified Positions. Online Applications Only. TO APPLY: Please visit our website and SEARCH for POSTING 802843: www.jobsatcu.com