Cataloguer (2 positions) at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Online cataloguing on an Integrated Library Services Platform (OCLC WorldShare); making use of the OCLC WorldCat database to provide access to all library collections through
• original and copy cataloguing of information resources in different formats;
• classification and subject analysis of information resources in different formats;
• Application and adherence to international cataloguing and descriptive metadata standards i.e. RDA, AACR2, DDC, LCSH, MARC21 and Dublin Core;
• Maintenance of UP holdings on OCLC WorldShare;;
• Collection and database integrity management e.g. identifying and correcting errors in the database, weeding, etc;
• Participation in Library strategic projects;
• Describe and enrich content on the University’s institutional repository (UPSpace) using relevant metadata (Dublin Core);
• Professional guidance to and liaison with information specialists and other stakeholders.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A four-year library degree e.g. Bachelor of Library and Information Science degree (B.Bibl.) or Bachelor of Information Science (BIS) plus Postgraduate Diploma in Library Information Science/Studies (PG Dip. LIS) or Bachelor of Information Honors (B. Inf (Hons)); which must include a course/module in Cataloguing;
• Three (3) years of relevant experience in the cataloguing of print and electronic resources in an academic environment; Knowledge and experience in the application of international cataloguing and descriptive metadata standards, i.e. RDA, AACR2, DDC, LCSH, MARC21 and Dublin Core; Knowledge and experience in the use of OCLC WorldCat or WorldShare database;

OR

• A three-year library degree (e.g. Bachelor of Information Science (BIS))  
• Four (4) years relevant experience in the cataloguing of print and electronic resources in an academic environment; Knowledge and experience in the application of international cataloguing and descriptive metadata standards, i.e. RDA, AACR2, DDC, LCSH, MARC21 & Dublin Core; Knowledge and experience in the use of OCLC WorldCat or WorldShare database.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Decision-making skills; analytical thinking abilities; detail-oriented skills;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently but also in a team environment;
• Ability to manage time effectively.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Knowledge of Library Technical Services work processes, environment and industry;
• Knowledge of current library trends and developments;
• Experience in the use and impact of technology on the information environment;
• Experience with NACO (Name Authority Cooperative Programme);
• Knowledge of and experience in the cataloguing of classical and/or European languages; and/or African languages.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments and/or psychometric testing as part of the selection process.