Morag Boyd
2014-10-23 15:23:22 UTC
*Program Coordinator - Special Collections Cataloging Coordinator*
We are currently seeking a Special Collections Cataloging Coordinator
within the Collections and Technical Services division, to support the work
of the Special Collections unit. The Special Collections unit collects,
preserves, and promotes the use of distinctive collections, unique
resources and primary research materials. For additional information about
the Special Collections Department please visit:
http://library.osu.edu/about/departments/special-collections/. Relocation
assistance is unavailable for this position.
This Special Collections Cataloging Coordinator is central to our efforts
to make locally owned collections of distinction accessible and
discoverable which in turn supports many other areas of the Libraries’
strategic plan. Under the general direction of the Head of Special
Collections Description and Access this position will coordinate a program
of effective and consistent processes to provide access to the diverse Ohio
State University Libraries Special Collections through the library catalog
and other library discovery tools. Key responsibilities include:
- Works collaboratively with the Special Collections Processing
Coordinator and curatorial staff to improve intellectual and physical
control over materials described in the library catalog and establishes
policies, procedures and best practices.
- Develops and implements workflows, policies, and procedures to
efficiently and effectively catalog special collections material.
- Manages daily cataloging operations, including distribution of
materials to department staff, serving as a resource for cataloging
questions, and carrying out quality control.
- Provides training for department staff and students in cataloging
rules, policies, and procedures.
- Performs original and complex cataloging for a variety of collections
as needed, with a focus on pre-1800 materials and collections that require
a more detailed level of cataloging. When appropriate, applies Descriptive
Cataloging of Rare Materials rules.
- Coordinates receipt and review of newly acquired materials, including
collaborating with Acquisitions and curatorial personnel to verify receipt,
process invoices, and determine priority and processing plans.
*Target Hiring Range: $36,000 - $42,000/year. For additional details and
to apply, please visit the personnel postings at **https://www.jobsatosu.com/
<https://www.jobsatosu.com/>* *beginning October 18, 2014 through November
2, 2014. Job Opening Number: 403008. *
*Morag Boyd, MS(LIS), MA*
Head, Special Collections Description and Access | Associate Professor
The Ohio State University Libraries
16 Thompson Library | 1858 Neil Ave Mall Columbus, OH 43210
614-247-8622
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We are currently seeking a Special Collections Cataloging Coordinator
within the Collections and Technical Services division, to support the work
of the Special Collections unit. The Special Collections unit collects,
preserves, and promotes the use of distinctive collections, unique
resources and primary research materials. For additional information about
the Special Collections Department please visit:
http://library.osu.edu/about/departments/special-collections/. Relocation
assistance is unavailable for this position.
This Special Collections Cataloging Coordinator is central to our efforts
to make locally owned collections of distinction accessible and
discoverable which in turn supports many other areas of the Libraries’
strategic plan. Under the general direction of the Head of Special
Collections Description and Access this position will coordinate a program
of effective and consistent processes to provide access to the diverse Ohio
State University Libraries Special Collections through the library catalog
and other library discovery tools. Key responsibilities include:
- Works collaboratively with the Special Collections Processing
Coordinator and curatorial staff to improve intellectual and physical
control over materials described in the library catalog and establishes
policies, procedures and best practices.
- Develops and implements workflows, policies, and procedures to
efficiently and effectively catalog special collections material.
- Manages daily cataloging operations, including distribution of
materials to department staff, serving as a resource for cataloging
questions, and carrying out quality control.
- Provides training for department staff and students in cataloging
rules, policies, and procedures.
- Performs original and complex cataloging for a variety of collections
as needed, with a focus on pre-1800 materials and collections that require
a more detailed level of cataloging. When appropriate, applies Descriptive
Cataloging of Rare Materials rules.
- Coordinates receipt and review of newly acquired materials, including
collaborating with Acquisitions and curatorial personnel to verify receipt,
process invoices, and determine priority and processing plans.
*Target Hiring Range: $36,000 - $42,000/year. For additional details and
to apply, please visit the personnel postings at **https://www.jobsatosu.com/
<https://www.jobsatosu.com/>* *beginning October 18, 2014 through November
2, 2014. Job Opening Number: 403008. *
*Morag Boyd, MS(LIS), MA*
Head, Special Collections Description and Access | Associate Professor
The Ohio State University Libraries
16 Thompson Library | 1858 Neil Ave Mall Columbus, OH 43210
614-247-8622
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