Library Production Associate

University of North Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: 16 days ago
Location: Denton, TEXAS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


UNT System Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Posting Title Library Production Associate
Department UNT-University Library-Gen-141000
Job Location Denton
Full Time/Part Time Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information Salary is dependent on experience with a minimum of $33,660.00.
Department Summary
As the most-used service on campus and an essential component of education and research at the University of North Texas, the Libraries offer access to more than 6 million items (print and digital) along with expert personnel to assist patrons in achieving their academic and scholarly goals. We provide innovative programs and support to enhance the relationship between teaching and learning at the University of North Texas.
The Cataloging and Metadata Services Department creates and maintains the accuracy of the records in the online catalog for the General Collection for a variety of materials – books, audiovisual materials, online resources (e.g., e-books, streaming video, and streaming audio), periodicals, and maps. The department also maintains information about UNT’s collection in the OCLC WorldCat system which Interlibrary Loan uses to lend and borrow materials.
The University of North Texas is a student-centered public research university with over 42,000 students. A Carnegie-ranked Tier One public research university. UNT is one of the nation’s most diverse universities. UNT has been designated as both a Minority Serving Institution and Hispanic Serving Institution .
With 7.5 million people and two international airports, DFW is the fourth-largest metro area in the United States. DFW is racially, ethnically, religiously, and culturally rich and maintains a long-standing commitment to the arts exemplified by local attractions such as the Dallas Arts District and the Fort Worth Cultural District. UNT’s proximity to these major metropolitan centers ensures that our new colleague will be able to access a wide range of activities and cultural experiences. The university also has a generous benefits, leave, and perks package .
UNT is located in Denton, Texas, a growing city with a small-town feel and a thriving arts and music scene centered on its downtown Square and is connected by highways and light rail to the major transportation hubs and big-city attractions of Dallas and Fort Worth, about 40 miles away. Want to know more about why you should consider coming to Denton? Check out Discover Denton .
UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.
Position Overview
This position is responsible for having advanced knowledge and skills in the areas of copy cataloging monographs and audiovisual materials, working with records and metadata for e-resources and electronic theses and dissertations, providing authority control for access points in the integrated library system Sierra, and other special projects as assigned.

Additional Posting Details


Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and one year of progressively responsible library experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of library principles and policies, and knowledge of specialized area functions and workflows.
• Experience in working effectively with students, faculty, staff, and the community.
• Ability to utilize multiple computer applications toward increased productivity in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of safe working procedures and security measures related to work performed.
Preferred Qualifications
We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about ensuring all voices are heard, who value wellness, and believe in fostering a psychologically safe environment to apply.
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
  • Experience in a library cataloging/technical services unit.
  • Experience using III Sierra integrated library system (ILS), or any other ILS.
  • Familiarity with Library of Congress Classification.
  • Experience using OCLC Connexion Client.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday
Driving University Vehicle No
Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position
EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title Library Production Associate
Physical Requirements Sitting, Standing, Writing, Ability to communicate

Job Duties


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Effectively uses technology to complete work, including library specific systems. Examples include: Windows OS, Microsoft Office, Sierra ILS, and OCLC Connexion.
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Follows university and department guidelines, procedures, cataloging policies, and standards. Recommends changes to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of department and library operations. Uses judgment and problem-solving skills to identify, solve, or escalate complex problems.
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Copy catalogs physical monographs for the general collection by selecting, downloading, and editing MARC records.
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Contributes to the cataloging of e-resources in a manner consistent with copy cataloging. This could include: inserting URLs into bibliographic records, notifying users (as needed) their requested e-resource is available for use, batch editing and loading e-resource packages into Sierra, withdrawing e-resources that are no longer available.
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Copy catalogs audio-visual materials for the UNT Media Library by selecting, downloading, and editing MARC records.
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Performs necessary authority work while copy cataloging and while working on current electronic theses and dissertations.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number S7990P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must submit a resume, a cover letter and a list of three professional references with their online application.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/81086