German Copy Cataloger - Leo Baeck
Institute Library, New York
The
Leo Baeck Institute, located at the Center for Jewish History (15 West 16th Street, New York), is seeking a full time German Copy
Cataloger.
The Leo
Baeck Institute is devoted to preserving the history of German-speaking Jews.
Its 80,000-volume library and extensive archival and art collections represent
the most significant repository of primary source material and scholarship on
German-speaking Jewish communities. It is one of five partner organizations at
the Center for Jewish History. For more information about the Leo
Baeck Institute, please visit our website at http://www.lbi.org
Reporting to the Head Librarian, the German Copy Cataloger
§ Performs
copy cataloging of print and non-print materials in German and English, based
on RDA, MARC 21, and Library of Congress cataloging standards
§ Manages
all aspects of book donations, including checking lists, processing donated
items, and maintaining donor correspondence
§ Assists
with collection development and performs other duties as needed
§ Proactively
participates in library projects to maximize access and improve data quality
§ Compiles
statistics and reports to monitor progress
§ Provides
occasional reference services related to the German-speaking Jewish communities
Hours
§
Full time Monday – Friday
Qualifications
§
Solid reading knowledge of German
§
Strong cataloging and technical skills
§
Interest in German-Jewish history
§
Fast learner, detail oriented, and accurate
§ Excellent interpersonal,
organizational, and written communication skills
§
Flexible, self-motivated, and proactive
§
The ability to work well independently or as a
team member
Desirable qualifications
§ Proficiency
with OCLC Connexion and Ex Libris Aleph integrated
library system or similar library
systems
§ Working
knowledge of Hebrew
Salary and benefits will commensurate
with qualifications and experience
Application
Please send
your cover letter and résumé to
Ginger Barna, Head Librarian (gbarna@lbi.cjh.org)
