Music Library Association

Position Title:	Music and Media Cataloger
Institution:	New York Public Library
General Information:	Technical Services and Collections Management/Cataloging Office
Responsibilities:	Under the direction of the Head of Cataloging, performs original and copy cataloging of print, non-print, and music materials, including scores, sound recordings, video recordings, books, data files, and online resources for adult and juvenile collections in an online system. Contributes to the building and maintenance of authority files for names, uniform titles, and subjects. Plans and executes special cataloging assignments, including training professional and paraprofessional staff, contributing to the development of procedures and manuals, and preparing reports. Performs related duties as required.
Requirements:	ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies. An undergraduate degree in music, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Reading knowledge of music. Successfully demonstrated experience with cataloging music materials. Successfully demonstrated experience using an online bibliographic utility, such as OCLC and an online cataloging system. Successfully demonstrated knowledge and understanding of AACR2, LCRI, LC Authorities, Dewey Decimal Classification, Library of Congress Classification, MARC, and other metadata formats. Reading knowledge of one or more European languages. Successfully demonstrated experience using Microsoft office software including Word, Access, and Internet Explorer. Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Successfully demonstrated ability to work independently as well as deal tactfully and effectively with staff in a team setting. Successfully demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail.
Deadline:	Open until filled.
Application:	To apply, please email cover letter and resume to jkresumes@nypl.org. Please refer to job code: JK-MLA.