Cataloger / Reference Librarian

The University at Buffalo Libraries is seeking applicants for the position of Music Cataloger/Reference Librarian in the Music Library. This is a faculty appointment with rank leading to tenure in an academic research-oriented environment. The Music Library holds over 210,000 volumes of scores, recordings, and literature about music. Its mission is to support the instructional and research needs of the University’s Department of Music. The library also supports disciplines which intersect with music (dance, anthropology, American studies, theatre, and information and library studies) and serves the music information needs of Western New York’s arts community. It is located on the ground floor of Baird Hall, home of the University’s Music Department. The position reports to the Director of the Music Library and Special Collections.
Working in a highly collaborative environment, the incumbent performs and supervises original and complex copy cataloging of music in all formats (scores, sound recordings, videos, computer files) utilizing the international bibliographic utility OCLC and Ex Libris Aleph, the local integrated library system. He or she creates and reviews name and name/title authority records in compliance with the Music NACO funnel project and helps to ensure the quality of the bibliographic database through adherence to national standards such as AACR2 and LCSH. The incumbent stays abreast of national standards for bibliographic and authority control and monitors emerging standards such as RDA (Resource Description and Access) and FRBR (Functional Requirements for Bibliographic Records) in anticipation of implementation. He or she provides reference service to Music Library patrons and works proactively to develop relevant instructional and promotional materials relating to music resources. Evening and weekend reference hours may be required. The incumbent participates in the training and supervision of students in the music librarianship program. This involves supervision of pratica and special projects, cataloging review, and team teaching courses in music librarianship. He or she may assist with collection development, exhibits, web content and other activities that support the mission and goals of the Music Library. The incumbent actively participates in the University Libraries and with professional associations such as the Music Library Association.

Minimum:
A Master's degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program as well as a Master's degree in music or equivalent knowledge of music literature and music reference sources is required. Must have at least three (3) years of demonstrated experience in original and copy cataloging of music in all formats (scores, sound recordings, videos, computer files) using AACR2, LCSH, and OCLC in an integrated library system. A working knowledge of at least one foreign language, preferably German, Italian, or French is required. Evidence of professional scholarly interest and potential, sufficient to meet the University Libraries' promotion and tenure requirements, is essential. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with patrons and staff at all levels is required. The incumbent must have excellent writing and oral communication skills.  

Preferred:
Public services experience in an academic music library or collection is preferred. Experience creating NACO-compliant authority records is preferred; independent contributor status is desirable. Experience constructing relational databases and familiarity with metadata schemata is preferred.  

$48,000 - $50,000

Required Applicant Documents:
Cover Letter
Contact Information for References
CV

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The University at Buffalo is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic University community committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment.