Our Cataloguer job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Cataloguer role
Cataloguer: A person who catalogs and organizes items into an organized system. This job requires the ability to accurately categorize objects, books, or other items and document them in a comprehensive database.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a Cataloguer is to organize and maintain a library, archive, or other collection of items. They create and maintain catalogs and databases of items, ensuring that accurate records are kept of all items in the collection. They also research and update records when new information is available, and may be responsible for acquiring new items and ensuring they are cataloged correctly. Additionally, Cataloguers are often responsible for lending items to patrons, responding to inquiries, and helping patrons locate items.
Cataloguer Summary
The Cataloguer is responsible for maintaining accurate records of an organization's library materials, including books, periodicals, audio-visual materials, and other resources. The Cataloguer will ensure that all library materials are properly stored, cataloged, and classified according to standard library cataloguing principles. This position requires excellent organizational skills and knowledge of library classification systems. The Cataloguer will also provide assistance to patrons in locating materials, as necessary.
Cataloguer Duties
- Develop and maintain catalogs of library materials
- Maintain records of acquisitions and catalog changes
- Create classification systems for library materials
- Create authority records and indexes
- Provide reference and research assistance
- Train library patrons in the use of catalogs and databases
Cataloguer Skills
- Organizational and cataloging skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Proficiency in computer and database software
Cataloguer Requirements
- Maintain accurate records and cataloguing of products
- Organize information into databases and filing systems
- Create and manage data entry processes
- Review and verify accuracy of data
- Update and correct existing catalogues
- Assist customers with product information
Personal Traits
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Accuracy
- Excellent communication skills