Job Purpose:
The Senior Cataloging Librarian works with the Head of Cataloging Department to develop the long term strategic goals and objectives of the Qatar National Library cataloging team. Catalogs print and electronic resources in English. Maintains and insures the integrity of the authority records. Edits and processes data files and MARC records from vendors and various bibliographic utilities. Assists with the ordering of various language library materials. Supervises the copy cataloging operations of the team and works closely with colleagues in Technical Services to maintain the department's quality of work. Employing innovative technologies and practices at a high level. Coordinates with all entities to further develop bibliographic access to all materials.
Key Result Areas:
Insure progress in building multi-lingual authority files
Cooperate and coordinate activities to develop international standards for the bibliographic control of materials
Take a leading role in the interpretation of international standards pertaining to all materials
Perform original and complex copy cataloging of print and electronic resources to ensure accuracy of the database.
Ensure quality of bibliographic records through compliance with international and local standards such as RDA, MARC, AACR2r, LCSH, LCCS, OCLC, LC cataloging practices, and other appropriate cataloging and metadata standards.
Supervise and mentor the copy cataloging team.
Create and maintain authority records to enable standardization and easy to use cross-referencing.
Upload the Qatar National Library holdings into the OCLC database to improve access to the information held in libraries around the globe.
Assist in updating cataloging policies and procedures to ensure compliance with international standards, rules and best practices for cataloging.
Assist in the evaluation of the cataloging workflow provide recommendations for the improvement and streamlining of processes.
Serve as a resource person for cataloging and acquisitions issues within the Qatar National Library and the cataloging community at large.
Identify training needs in consultation with the Head of Cataloging Department
Implement training programs to staff and other professional librarians
Conduct workshops and seminars to train and develop QNL library staff and others in the community.
Contribute to the profession by publishing, presenting or participation in professional organizations.
Keep abreast of developments, trends and issues in all areas of responsibilities.
Serve on designated committees.
Perform miscellaneous duties and conduct special projects as assigned.
This position includes, but is not limited to, other duties as required and defined by the scope, purpose, and spirit of the institution and are not always indicative of the title and grade of the position.
Job Details
| Date Posted: | 2013-07-18 |
| Job Location: | Doha, Qatar |
| Job Role: | Support Services |
| Company Industry: | Community/Social Services/and Nonprofit |
Preferred Candidate
| Career Level: | Mid Career |
| Degree: | Master's degree |
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