CMC Cataloger (Fully Remote) | Illinois Heartland Library System

Posted on Sep 16, 2024

Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS) is looking for a Cataloger to support a special project through our Cataloging Maintenance Center (CMC).  This project is a grant-funded position supporting academic libraries. Equipment and a stipend will be provided to help with remote work costs.  

IHLS offers an extensive benefits package to include paid time off, health Insurance, dental, vision, Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), an employer paid life insurance and the ability to add additional life insurance coverages.  Here at IHLS we have a great work-life balance that is part of our company culture. 

We currently have one position to fill within the organization.  All qualified applicants must reside in the state of Illinois. 

IHLS is committed to workplace diversity, building a diverse workforce, and providing equal opportunities to all regardless of age, race, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, national origin, religion, and any other characteristics protected by applicable law. 

Requirements

  • MLS degree from an ALA accredited library school with coursework in cataloging, a Library Technical Assistant (LTA) degree, or and at least five years of experience in original and copy cataloging. 
  • Five years of experience in classification of all formats of library material using Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress (LC) classifications, LC subject headings, machine-readable cataloging (MARC) records, Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, and Resource Description and Access (RDA).  
  • Experience with computerized cataloging databases, with experience in OCLC Connexion preferred. 
  • Experience with training and presenting preferred. 
  • Familiarity with Alma

Salary

$44,749 - $67,124 annual

Location

Illinois Heartland Library System
Remote
Champaign, IL 61822
United States

How to apply

Interested applicants should send their resume to hr@illinoisheartland.org or go to https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/2712037/Illinois-Heartland-Library-System/CMC-Cataloger-Fully-remote.

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