Project Cataloger (Casual staff)

Position Summary:

Perform original and copy cataloging for rare and non-rare materials in Hebrew and Western European languages. Use bibliographic utilities, such as OCLC, to compose accurate descriptive data. Input records into the cataloging module of Virtua, the integrated library system.

This 19-hour-per-week position is donor-funded and will expire when the funds are used. Details about an end date will be discussed during the interview.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform original and copy cataloging of materials in Hebrew and other languages under the supervision of a catalog librarian
• Use bibliographic utilities to create accurate descriptive data
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Experience & Education Background:

• 3 years of library experience preferred.
• ALA-accredited master's degree in library science highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Very good reading proficiency in Hebrew required
• Basic knowledge of European languages desired
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds
• Accuracy and attention to detail

Salary Range:

About Us:

Comprising Pollack Library (general studies), Mendel Gottesman Library (Hebraica-Judaica) on the Wilf Campus and Hedi Steinberg Library on the Beren Campus, Yeshiva University Libraries offer a wide range of collections and services in support of University academic programs, both undergraduate and graduate. With its collection of over 500,000 physical volumes, and access to more than 50,000 electronic-journals, several hundred databases, and 428,000 electronic book titles, the Libraries provide students and faculty members a vast array of information sources. Computing, wireless access, scanning, copying and printing services, along with software tools such as electronic reserves and citation programs, support research and learning activities.

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community-students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends-are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.