Bibliographic Specialist

Company Overview

Position Overview

Ingram Content Group (ICG) is seeking a Bibliographic Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this position, you will engage in a range of bibliographic responsibilities within a collaborative environment, encompassing original cataloging and enhancements of bibliographic records across various formats. Your cataloging efforts will adhere to both national and international standards as well as specific client requirements. You will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals and support staff in an office setting to ensure that outgoing materials consistently meet our high standards for quality, timeliness, and volume. The ideal candidate will possess previous cataloging experience.

Imagine supporting not just one library, but thousands

At Ingram, our Library Services teams curate titles and provide shelf-ready solutions for a diverse array of libraries, from small rural institutions to extensive urban library systems. We are committed to delivering exceptional support to our library clients by streamlining workflows and processes with content, shelf-ready services, collection development, and analytics, all while fostering enduring relationships with our partners. Our teams collaborate and innovate with a variety of skilled professionals, managing projects with a focus on quality and profitability.

The world is reading, and our mission is to connect as many individuals as possible to the content they desire in the most straightforward manner. If you share this passion and are looking for an opportunity with a fast-paced, customer-focused organization that offers a competitive salary and benefits, we look forward to meeting you.

Essential Qualifications:

• MLS/MLIS or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3 years of original cataloging experience at a professional or paraprofessional level in a library or library vendor environment
• At least 1 year of experience using an integrated library system

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with RDA and AACR2 cataloging standards, LCSH, LC Dewey classification schedules, and MARC21/OCLC formats
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Key Responsibilities:

• Catalogs materials in all formats in compliance with national and international standards and local guidelines
• Proposes enhancements to workflows and policies for new materials and cataloging accounts
• Assists support staff with training and quality assurance
• Stays updated on changes to bibliographic standards and policies, including those specific to Ingram's proprietary databases
• Meets production and quality objectives while adhering to deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Additional Information

Benefits:

• A highly competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits starting from the first day of employment, including Medical/Prescription Drug plans, HSA, Vision, Dental, and Health Care FSA.
  • 15 vacation days, 12 sick days accrued annually, and 3 personal days
  • 401K match, Life and AD&D, Employee Assistance programs, Group Legal, and more
  • Wellness program with access to onsite gym and recreational facilities
• Encouragement for continued education through our tuition reimbursement program
• Opportunities to engage with non-profits in your community, including a company match program for donations and volunteer initiatives throughout the year
• Casual Dress Code

Ingram Content Group is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work-related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

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