LIBRARY COPY CATALOGING SPECIALIST

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce committed to providing exemplary service to its residents. If you are passionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

The Library Copy Cataloging Specialist catalogs and classifies library resources and maintains standardized bibliographic access points to optimize their discovery via the shared library catalog.

Data Management

• Catalog and classify library resources for the Milwaukee Public Library (MPL) and Milwaukee County Federated Library System (MCFLS) member libraries, using established bibliographic records and internal cataloging standards.
• Review, correct, and add bibliographic records.
• In the MCFLS database, Sierra Integrated Library System, monitor and evaluate the use of bibliographic access points using internal guidelines.
• Build knowledge of cataloging practices and trends through continued education and training.

Library Support

• Assist leadership and other cataloging staff in gathering data, developing policies, procedures, optimizing work-flows.
• Participate in meetings and communication with MCFLS and member libraries.
• Train MPL and member library staff on bibliographic record tasks.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

The Library Copy Cataloging Specialist must be willing and able to do the following:

• Perform physical activities in the work environment that require agility, including walking and standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, balancing, pushing, and pulling.

Position is funded 90% through revenue offset from the Milwaukee County Federated Library System.

1. Four years of experience in library services, including one year in library technical services.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered. However, there is no substitution for the one year of library technical service experience.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

Technical

• Understanding of the organization of knowledge in a library setting, including the concept of collocation, the Dewey Decimal Classification System, and Library of Congress Subject Headings.
• Ability to create new and update existing bibliographic and item records.
• Ability to use computer tools for data management, including integrated library system (ILS), internal electronic files and databases, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office suite.

Communication & Interpersonal

• Written communication skill to create clear and concise business communications such as policies, reports, procedures, and plans, using correct English grammatical and punctuation conventions.
• Ability to work effectively with City managers and staff, elected officials, community groups, and residents from all socioeconomic, educational, and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to solve problems.
• Verbal communication skill to ensure the accuracy of information conveyed and to explain complex concepts to individuals with varying degrees of understanding.
• Ability to work effectively with City managers and staff, elected officials, community groups, and residents from all socioeconomic, educational, and cultural backgrounds.

Critical Thinking and Professionalism

• Attention to detail with the ability to execute work accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to understand and follow detailed instructions.
• Skill in time management and organization.
• Professionalism, honesty, integrity, and responsible stewardship of City resources.

The current salary range (Pay Range 5GN) is $53,351 - $66,689 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $54,951-$68,690 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit http://city.milwaukee.gov/Benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• Applications and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.