9A17

                                                                    PAY RANGE:  EP8

LIBRARY CATALOGING TECHNICIAN

GENERAL DEFINITION

          This is library cataloging work of limited scope and difficulty cataloging library materials for which a bibliographic record prepared by another library system is available.  Employees in this class refer to existing bibliographic records and apply nationally recognized cataloging principles and practices as well as agency specific guidelines in their cataloging work. Close attention to detail and awareness of recent catalog rule changes are significant aspects of the work.  Work is performed under the supervision of a cataloging librarian.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

          Catalogs and classifies library materials for which catalog records are available; checks materials against existing record to verify accuracy of records; consults subject reference resources ; revises subject heading if required; assigns unique call numbers using the Dewey Classification Schedule and C.A. Cutter Three Figure Author Table as guides; checks local catalog to determine uniqueness of newly derived call numbers; modifies call numbers if required; exports completed bibliographic records into local catalog.

          Periodically updates automated catalog records in accordance with changes in national and local cataloging practices and procedures; searches national and local computer data bases for existing records; consults automated authority file and other reference materials to verify accuracy of format and content of existing records; makes revisions to on-line catalog records as required.

          Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• library rules, procedures and practiceslibrary database catalogs and retrieval practices
• techniques for producing call numbers from a library database

ABILITY TO:

• learn the principles and practices of cataloging library materials for which a bibliographic records exists.

• learn the use of national and local computer data bases in the cataloging process.

• use a wide variety of  reference resources and applications for information purposes.

• establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE  (The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests.  Applications submitted by candidates for this class will be reviewed based on training and experience requirements as approved on 12/23.)

EDUCATION:

          Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.

AND

EXPERIENCE:

          Four years of experience in providing reader services for library patrons or

performing book processing procedures such as searching, accessioning and

online data entry.

NOTE:          Completion of an associates degree program in library studies or information systems at an accredited college or university may substitute for two years of the required experience.

OR

Any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

          Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

                                                            Class Established 6/81

Spec. Revision 2/88

Latest Spec. Revision:

CSC – 11/23

Ad. Board – 12/23

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