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CATALOGING SPECIALIST (DAY SHIFT, 19 HOURS)

CompanyFountaindale Public Library
LocationBolingbrook
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 29, 2026
About The Company
Fountaindale Public Library a state-of-the-art public library proudly serving the Bolingbrook, IL community. We inspire lifelong learning, foster creativity and connect you to resources and to the community through our robust collection of books and technology, extensive services and knowledgeable staff. Our 114,000-square-foot building offers four floors of books, movies, music, video games and more. The entire library is equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, and our second floor has a full-scale computer commons containing copying and faxing services for a minimal cost as well as two free self-service scanners. Our lower level houses a state-of-the-art digital media center—better known as Studio 300— filled with Mac computers, collaboration rooms and soundproof audiobooths and video recording studios. Meeting rooms and study areas grace all floors and are available for patrons to reserve at no cost. Fountaindale Public Library is a gold-certified LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) building offering premier parking spaces for fuel-efficient and low-emission vehicles. In keeping with the library's dedication to the Earth, we offer zippered, cloth bags available for checkout and an in house recycling program on all floors. Fountaindale Public Library cards are available free of charge to residents of the Fountaindale Public Library District. Just stop by the Information Desk on the first floor or the Bookmobile with two forms of identification, one with a photo that show your current address, and complete an application.
About the Role

Description

TITLE: Cataloging Specialist

Part-time position: Non-exempt position, 19 hours per week

Schedule: Monday - Friday Day shift starting at 8am, with one afternoon/evening shift during the week. 


Hourly Wage Range: $18.92 - $29.71 with a firm starting hourly wage of $18.92/hour for internal equity


19 Hours/week Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, personal and sick)
  • 457(b) Plan
  • Staff Library Card
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional Development


Objective:

Performs primarily copy cataloging and classifying of materials to provide library users with optimal access and discovery of library resources.

Duties:

  1. Performs primarily copy cataloging of print and AV materials according to national, state, local and consortium standards and guidelines.
  2. Classifies library materials according to national, state, local, and consortium standards and maintains schema of locally devised genres for fiction, movies and music.
  3. Coordinates with Department Supervisors and Manager to ensure materials are consistently flowing through the department in a timely manner. Coordinates with department staff to complete the processing of library materials.
  4. Assists with checking in periodicals into the database as needed. Assists with processing magazines and newspapers for circulation and public use as needed.
  5. Performs special cataloging projects and database maintenance as assigned.
  6. Assists with the processing and repair of library materials when necessary.
  7. Provides backup coverage for interlibrary loan services as needed and assigned by Cataloging Supervisor or Collection Services Manager.
  8. Contributes in the creation and maintenance of procedural documentation and instructions.
  9. Prepares monthly reports of activity. Maintains and provides statistical reports on a monthly, annually and as-needed basis.
  10. Participates in departmental initiatives and helps facilitate departmental projects and goals.
  11. Participates in professional development activities relating to areas of responsibility. Keeps informed of current information and trends.
  12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Expertise acquired through completion of an LA/LTA certification program in an Associate's degree program, or equivalent relevant library experience. Emphasis in cataloging or technical services is preferred.


Experience: One year cataloging experience in a comparable business, organization, or library is preferred. Public Library experience is desirable.


Skills:

Office & Library:

  • Knowledge of productivity suites.
  • Knowledge of integrated library systems and search strategies.
  • Familiarity with cataloging interfaces and bibliographic utilities.
  • Familiarity with MARC, RDA, Dewey Decimal Classification, Library of Congress Subject Headings and OCLC bibliographic formats and standards. Ability to learn and apply cataloging standards at copy cataloging level.
  • Ability to complete detailed work accurately and efficiently.
  • Ability to type with speed and accuracy.
  • Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform job duties.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks. Ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to adapt to and effectively implement change.
  • Ability to exercise reasonable and independent judgment and discretion.

Communication:

  • Communicates effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Speaking skills in other languages, particularly Spanish, is a plus.
  • Ability to stay calm and effective in difficult situations.
  • Ability to empathize and relate to the needs of all patrons and staff.


Supervisory Responsibility: None


Contacts:

Internal: Library staff and management.

External: Personnel at other libraries.


Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job.

Physical requirements include: good speaking, hearing and vision ability, excellent manual dexterity, ability to push a cart weighing 100 pounds, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently.


Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a typical library environment. Part-time position. May require some weekend and evening work.

Key Skills
Copy catalogingLibrary classificationMARCRDADewey decimal classificationOCLCIntegrated library systemsDatabase maintenanceStatistical reportingInterlibrary loanData entryAttention to detailTime managementCommunicationCustomer service
Categories
EducationAdministrativeGovernment & Public Sector
Benefits
Paid time offHolidaysPersonal leaveSick leave457(b) planStaff library cardEmployee assistance programProfessional development
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Performs copy cataloging and classification of library materials to ensure optimal access and discovery for users. Coordinates with department staff to manage material flow, maintain database records, and provide backup for interlibrary loan services.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$19 - $30
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
86
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
19 hours
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