Library Cataloger – Accepting Applications

Why AUIB?

Diversity and Inclusivity: At AUIB, we champion diversity and inclusivity in every aspect of campus life. Our vibrant community is a tapestry of cultures, ideas, and dreams, ensuring a welcoming environment for everyone through fair and equal policies.
Competitive Benefits: AUIB offers competitive salaries, comprehensive health plans, and generous leave policies, ensuring the well-being and satisfaction of our staff.
Professional Development: With numerous opportunities for career progression and professional development, AUIB is the ideal place to enhance your skills and advance your career.
A Thriving Community: Our expatriate faculty and staff enjoy comfortable on-campus accommodations and a vibrant campus equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including an expansive library, modern classrooms, and recreational amenities.

A Legacy of Excellence: Situated in Baghdad, AUIB is dedicated to reviving the city’s historic legacy of learning and culture. Joining AUIB means being part of a prestigious project envisioned by prominent figures in business, government, and education.

Job Summary: The library cataloger performs a wide variety of complex technical works and functions related to descriptive and subject cataloging in preparation of bibliographic and item records for monographs, journals, and other library materials. Performs original and complex copy cataloging of library materials in all languages and formats in accordance with the new cataloging rules, cataloging standards, and local practices.

Job Location: AUIB Campus, Airport Road, Baghdad, Iraq.

Areas Of Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge of emerging cataloging and classification theory and practice.
• Catalog print and non-print materials using the Library of Congress Classification System.
• Catalog and process documents in compliance with the Technical Section guidelines, policies, and practices.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends in professional cataloging rules and standards.
• Reports catalog problems and questions to the Head of Technical Section.
• Search OCLC for MARC records, locate and match records to items needing cataloging.
• Perform copy cataloging and downloading records in several languages from OCLC or LC catalogs and compare material in hand to OCLC-derived MARC record.
• Perform authority records maintenance according to RDA rules for authorities.

Perform bibliographic control to ensure reliability, consistency, and integrity of the library catalog.

• Participate in developing and implementing catalog maintenance projects, such as re-cataloging and reclassification of records in the framework of retrospective project to shift from AACRII to RDA rules for bibliographic and authority records based, or the move to BIBFRAME and linked data environment.
• Transliterate or Romanized Arabic title records using the ALA Romanization Rules.

Assign descriptive metadata for digital objects in the library system and in the Digital Institutional Repository and databases.
Minimum Education And Experience

• BA degree in Library Science or a related field from an accredited university.
• Good knowledge of Arabic and English. Knowledge of French is desirable. Other languages are advantages.
• Ability to respond and adapt to changing priorities and conditions.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills And Abilities)

• Knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer programs and applications of computer, mainly library systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in administrative tasks.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Must be fluent in English and Arabic while other languages are an advantage.

Application Requirements
To be considered for any role at the American University of Iraq—Baghdad (AUIB), applicants are required to submit the following documents:

• Cover letter: Detail how your skills and experience align with the specific requirements of the position you are applying for.
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae: Provide an up-to-date resume or CV.
• Identification: A valid national ID or passport is required for the application process.

Please note that applications missing any of these components will not be considered.

Candidates Shortlisted For An Interview

If you are shortlisted for an interview, you will need to provide additional documentation:

• Educational transcripts and certifications must be translated into English.
• References: Provide contact details for three references who have either worked with you or supervised your work.

We look forward to receiving your complete applications and appreciate your interest in joining our dynamic team at AUIB.

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