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Job Title: Cartographic Materials and English Monographs Cataloging Specialist Department: Libraries | Content and Access The Cartographic Materials and English Monographs Cataloging Specialist position in the Cataloging Department is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to impact the Libraries’ mission to promote discoverability and accessibility to resources for learning and research at Ohio State. Under the direction of the Catalog/Authorities Librarian, this position maintains the integrity of The Ohio State University Libraries catalog.

Responsibilities include the following functions:

• Performs original and complex copy cataloging for cartographic materials and other non-textual materials as needed, involving understanding of national and international cataloging rules and standards (e.g. RDA, MARC21) and experience using other metadata information tools, such as OCLC Connexion, Library of Congress (LC) classification schedules and LC subject headings.
• Performs original and complex copy cataloging for monographs in English and other materials, as needed.
• Communicates standard cataloging procedures and coordinates workflows with regional campuses.
• Performs cataloging projects, as assigned by Catalog/Authorities Librarian, and coordinates with other departments as needed.
• Serves as a specialized resource for cataloging questions and problems relating to cartographic materials
• Interviews, hires, trains and supervises one or more student assistants
• Creates authority records or updates existing authority records as needed
• Creates and maintains documentation.
• Attends and participates in workshops, meetings, and committees.
• All other duties as assigned.

University Libraries’ faculty and staff embrace Ohio State’s Shared Values and strive to enact the behaviors guided by those values in all that we do. This position is dedicated to advancing the culture of University Libraries and the work of the Content and Access unit.

Education and Experience Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience 2 years of relevant complex cataloging experience. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Detail oriented and excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent communication skills

Desired Qualifications: 2-4 years of experience with cataloging or other relevant library experience Experience cataloging non-textual materials Reading knowledge of a language other than English

Additional Information: The posting range for this position is $21.35-$24.00 per hour. Ohio State will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Function: Library and Museum Sub-Function: Acquisition, Description, and Metadata Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized Career Level: S2

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Ohio State offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to meet your unique needs. Ohio State’s total rewards package includes benefits that support employees’ health, finances, work-life balance, and education. Learn more about our outstanding benefits.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

Location: Kinnear Rd, 1165 (0932) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Ohio State is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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