CORE
COMPETENCIES
PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
CORE VALUES
GOJ
Competency
Model
Cataloguing and Classification

The process of describing and organising resources to enable users to find, identify, select and obtain materials to satisfy information needs.

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5 Technical Competence
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Collection Management
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Cataloguing and Classification
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Reference and User Services
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Information and Data Retrieval and Analysis
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Digital Resource and Technology
Professional Bands
Level 1 Essential
  • Assists with the transcription of bibliographic data.
  • Revises cataloguing using updated standards
  • Verifies bibliographic data.
  • Performs copy cataloguing.
  • Engages in subject analysis for accurate identification and placement within the collection.
  • Contributes to the development of cataloguing and classification policies and procedures.
  • Implements and manages classification and cataloguing policies and procedures.
  • Performs original cataloguing.
  • Verifies copy cataloguing.
  • Understands and applies the general structure, relationships and importance of library cataloguing systems and software.
  • Develops policies and manuals to guide cataloguing and classification procedures.
  • Engages in research to identify new cataloguing trends and formats.
  • Makes decisions as to the adoption of new technology and standards.
  • Identifies professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance cataloguing capabilities.
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