Music Library Association

 


Position Title: Technical Services Assistant V/Music Cataloger
Institution: Cornell University
General Information: Located in Ithaca, N.Y., Cornell University is a bold, innovative, inclusive and dynamic teaching and research university where staff, faculty, and students alike are challenged to make an enduring contribution to the betterment of humanity.
Responsibilities: Creates original catalog records in all formats and various languages, following the appropriate national standards and CUL policies, chiefly for the Music Library. Based on shifting unit and departmental needs, may create original catalog records for other materials and may process items with existing catalog copy. Serves on the Reference Desk at the Music Library, when called upon.
Qualifications:

Bachelors with 4-6 years experience or equivalent combination. Ability to read music; extensive knowledge of music terminology and the literature of western art music. Two or more years technical services experience, preferably in a research library, or equivalent. Knowledge of at least one foreign language. Ability to exercise judgment and self-direction on matters related to cataloging. Ability to work well alone, with minimal supervision, and in groups. Ability to provide on-the-job training/guidance to others who do similar work. Excellent knowledge of local and national library database software, Voyager and OCLC preferred. Excellent knowledge of USMARC bibliographic and authorities formats. Consistency in and aptitude for detailed work.

Preferred: Bachelor's or master's degree in music. Cataloging experience, preferably in a research library. Knowledge of German or Italian. Knowledge of Spanish or other Romance language.

No relocation assistance is provided for this position.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Deadline: Open until filled.
Application:

To apply for this position go to http://www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs/ and select posting number 06564. Follow the instructions for online submission. Please include a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer.