Mayer Library, Dallas Museum of Art is hiring : Assistant Librarian for Catalogin

The Mildred R. and Frederick M. Mayer Library at the Dallas Museum of Art is seeking an Assistant Librarian for Cataloging. This full-time position reports to the Manager of Technical Services and will be responsible for the description and classification of materials in the library’s collection, maintaining accuracy of records in the collection database, and assisting with technical and public service activities.

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Duties and Responsibilities :

• Perform copy and original cataloging for all types of library materials while adhering to current standard and local practices and using independent judgement as needed.
• Enhance the online catalog by updating, editing, and correcting records following established procedures for bibliographic record maintenance to ensure accuracy of the catalog database.
• Assist Manager of Technical Services in identification and remediation of issues in catalog database.
• Coordinate and perform materials end-processing and book preservation measures.
• Maintain workflows for withdrawn and reclassed materials.
• Manage book processing supplies and advise Manager of Technical Services regarding supply needs.
• Provide reference and circulation services in the reading room on a regular basis.
• Assist with the implementation of technologies and resources that impact technical services.
• Collaborate on digital and integrated library system projects.
• Assist with documentation of technical services procedures in SharePoint.
• Maintain knowledge of current professional practices and trends as they apply to cataloging.
• Work collaboratively with staff to achieve institutional goals.
• Adhere to museum policies and support management decisions in a positive and professional manner.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education, Experience, and Certification :

Key Qualifications :

Compensation : $45,000 annually, plus full Museum benefits.

About the Library :

The Mildred R. and Frederick M. Mayer Library is the art research library at the Dallas Museum of Art. We collect and provide access to resources that support research on the DMA’s global collection and special exhibitions. The library’s collection comprises over 100,000 volumes including books, journals, artist files, and auction catalogs. In addition to serving museum staff, the library is open to the general public.

EOE

The Dallas Museum of Art is committed to building a culturally diverse staff and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The DMA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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