South Asian Student Copy Cataloger Assistant

Title: South Asian Student Copy Cataloger Assistant
Division / Dept.: Metadata Management Services
Work Schedule: 10-15hrs (Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm)

Student positions at the University of Chicago Library are available only to University of Chicago students.

General Summary

Works in the Copy Cataloging unit of the Metadata Management Services Section assisting with the processing of monographic material in a variety of print and media formats and in South Asian languages. Performs routine workflows that help the Library get these resources into the library collection for patron use. This position is only through the Summer and will end on September 15th, 2024.

Essential Functions

  • Searching OCLC for cataloging copy
  • Triaging material for processing, applying quality standards for completeness of bibliographic records
  • Importing new bibliographic records into Folio
  • Creating holdings and item data in Folio
  • Completing the processing of the bibliographic record depending on quality
  • Participating in appropriate problem referral and resolution to either the supervisor or the South Asian copy cataloging specialist
  • Other duties within the scope of departmental tasks as assigned

Qualifications

  • Reading knowledge of at least one South Asian language (for example: Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, Tamil, etc.)
  • Clerical accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to work well independently
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to sit for long periods, must be able to visually focus on print and electronic material for long periods
  • Lift 50 lbs

To Apply

Students interested in working for the library can apply online via our Library Student Employment Application.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with disability.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Disabled / Veterans Employer.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources at libraryhr@uchicago.edu with their request.