The Catalog Librarian creates, modifies, and enhances bibliographic records for library materials in multiple languages and in diverse formats. This position engages with complex library issues in order to improve access and discovery of our resources for our users. As such, the Catalog Librarian understands the user needs for bibliographic descriptions of special collections items, rare materials, artists’ books and images and then provides high-quality, standards-based resource descriptions. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Performs original and copy cataloging in MARC of print materials in diverse formats including books, serials, artist’s books and images. 
• Applies national and international cataloging standards, accepted best practices and local policy. Keeps abreast of revisions in cataloging rules and trends and applies new rules, interpretations, and techniques as appropriate.
• Classifies material using the Library’s local classification scheme and performs periodic retrospective maintenance to ensure consistency and discoverability.
• Applies Library of Congress Subject Headings to ensure robust subject access, as well as other controlled vocabularies for enhanced description of material and formats.
• Contributes original records to NACO and SACO, following funnel guidelines. 
• Assists with database maintenance projects and authority work.
• Contributes to reparative description projects for digital and print resources. 
• Represents the Library in state, regional, and national forums related to cataloging and knowledge management issues.
• Other duties as assigned.