Copy Cataloger
Elmhurst, IL (On-site)
Posted 7 days ago
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Job Description
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Searches OCLC for contributed cataloging then reviews, edits, and exports completed bibliographic record for addition to local ILS system
- Searches local ILS database to identify/catalog added copies, new editions of previously held works, and replacements. Evaluates or assigns Dewey Decimal Classification numbers
- Processes library material for addition to collection
- Resolves inconsistencies identified in the local catalog and refers complex cataloging issues to Cataloging Supervisor
- Other responsibilities and duties as assigned
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Familiar with library systems
- Flexible and adaptable at using various computer technology platforms
- Demonstrates initiative and attention to detail
- Able to communicate effectively with staff throughout the library
- Demonstrates strong commitment to public service
- Hourly Rate - $18.00 - $23.00
- Weekly Hours – 15 hours
- Schedule – Flexible 3–6-hour shift schedule, M-F 9-6pm (more details during phone screening)
This position is eligible for paid time off, holiday pay, continuing education and employee assistance program
Please Include in one merged PDF file a cover letter, resume, and three references (name, professional relation, email address.)
Apply Online: http://elmlib.org/jobs
Equal Opportunity Employer
City of Elmhurst
The City of Elmhurst is committed to providing responsive and superior governmental services in an environment of respect in order to protect and enhance the quality of life of those who live, work, visit, and conduct business in our community.We invite you to Explore Elmhurst! Close to Everything, Unlike Anything Elmhurst is an ideal location with proximity to major airports and minimum drive time to major market places. Situated as the eastern gateway to DuPage County, Elmhurst is located sixteen miles west of Chicago, minutes from O’Hare airport, and at the crossroads of key Illinois expressways. This dynamic suburban city is home to more than 44,000 residents and 2,500-plus businesses. The all-around appeal of Elmhurst is frequently recognized on “it” community lists and earned the city national recognition in 2014 as one of Family Circle Magazines Top 10 U.S. Towns to live in.Founded in 1836, Elmhurst is a historic, tree-lined community with a wide variety of housing, offering those who live, work and do business here -- a vibrant mix of the past and the future. It enjoys thriving retail shopping centers and urban boutiques, excellent restaurants, a ten screen movie theatre, multiple automobile dealerships, and three business parks. Arts and culture abound with four distinct museums and an outstanding symphony orchestra. Voted "Top 10 Town for Families" in U.S. by Family Circle Magazine (August, 2014)Named one of America's Happiest Cities by Movoto Real Estate (September, 2014)
