Cataloging Librarian

Position Information

Position Title

Cataloging Librarian

Position Summary

The Annie Gabriel Library at California Baptist University seeks an innovative, collaborative, service-oriented librarian to manage the library’s cataloging processes. The successful candidate will be able to provide broad oversight in all areas of academic library information source processing. Primary duties include cataloging new print and electronic purchases and donations and ensuring that all item records in the integrated library system remain accurate and discoverable. The position requires coordinating and executing the library’s long-term cataloging strategy in support of the library’s overall mission to serve the research and information needs of CBU in a rapidly evolving information landscape. As a member of the CBU faculty, teaching is another important job duty of the Cataloging Librarian, who assists colleagues in providing information literacy instruction to CBU students in both class settings and individually. In this role the successful candidate will work as part of a team of librarians providing student learning-centered instruction and research assistance to the CBU community, using current instructional methods and technologies, and will serve as a member of the librarian liaison team. This is a full-time, 12-month faculty position, and an MLIS or equivalent degree from an ALA accredited institution must either be held or in-progress. California Baptist University is a vibrant and thriving university located in beautiful Southern California, committed to helping students live their purpose.

Pay Range

The compensation for this appointment will range from $75,000-$90,000 annually and reflects what California Baptist University reasonably expects to pay for this faculty appointment. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant, as well as market conditions. In addition to wages, CBU offers a robust suite of employee benefits.

Qualifications

Required: Either an ALA-accredited MLIS or equivalent degree, or current enrollment in an MLIS program. Excellent communication and organizational skills. A strong service orientation. Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Preferred: Experience cataloging collections for academic libraries. Experience providing research and information literacy instruction in the library context.

Nondiscrimination Statement

State and Federal law permit California Baptist University to discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purpose. The University does not discriminate contrary to either State or Federal law.

Quick Link to Posting

https://jobs.calbaptist.edu/postings/10474

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. • Are you a Christian?
     • Yes
     • No
2. • Do you attend church regularly?
     • Yes
     • No
3. If no, please explain (required):
   (Open Ended Question)
4. • Are you both familiar with and not in conflict with the fundamental doctrines and practices of the California Southern Baptist Convention as stated in the Baptist Faith and Message dated June 14, 2000? (Please see above link for more information)
     • Yes (I am familiar and not in conflict)
     • No (I am in conflict or not familiar)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Christian Experience Essay
2. Cover Letter
3. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Letter of Reference 1
3. Letter of Reference 2
4. Letter of Reference 3
5. Unofficial Transcript
6. Other Document
7. Relevant URL