Senior Resource Description Assistant

About the role Collections and Resource Description (C&RD) is part of the Collections Management division within the Bodleian Libraries at the University of Oxford. We are currently looking for a part-time Senior Resource Description Assistant, with an advance knowledge of Czech/Slovak or Polish and at least one Western European language, other than English to join the Foreign languages Cataloguing Team. The team is responsible for the cataloguing of library materials in Western and Eastern European languages. The post holder will be responsible for cataloguing materials in Eastern or Western European languages as directed by the Team Leader. The bibliographic work consists of copy and original cataloguing as well as enhancing existing records to facilitate reader access to our collections. In addition, you will undertake a range of tasks relating to the distribution of materials throughout the Libraries Previous experience of bibliographic cataloguing will be an advantage although full training will be given to the right candidate You will assist with the movement of books throughout the department, using trolleys and other aids as necessary. This is a part-time, permanent role, working 16 hours per week. About you You will have experience of working with structured data. You will enjoy methodical, precise work requiring a high level of attention to detail. A flexible approach is necessary, as is the ability to work both independently and co-operatively with colleagues. Good written and spoken communication skills are also essential. What we Offer As a member of the University of Oxford you will receive excellent University benefits including access to its generous pension scheme, over 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and University staff discounts. More information is available at https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits Diversity Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diverse groups and champions, as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example, shared parental leave. How to apply You will be required to upload your CV and a supporting evidence form using the attached template (or a supporting statement) as part of your online application. Your supporting evidence form lists each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, please explain how you meet each one. The Chair of this recruitment panel will be Elizaveta Panova Riollet, who can be contacted with enquiries relating to the role (elizaveta.panovariollet@bodleian.ox.ac.uk). General queries about the recruitment and application process should be directed to the Recruitment team within our Human Resources department (recruitment@bodleian.ox.ac.uk) Only applications received online before 12:00 midday (GMT) on Monday 29 January 2024 can be considered. Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing Monday 12 February 2024.