The Position
| Job Title: | Japanese Cataloging Student Specialist |
|---|---|
| Location/Department: | Seattle Campus – Cataloging and Metadata Services |
| Rate: | $21.59/Hour Between 9:00 am to 4:00 pm 2 or 3 hours/day Monday through Friday |
| Hours: | 6 hours per week |
| Positions available: | 1 |
| Date posted: | October 1, 2025 |
| Closing date: | October 8, 2025 |
| Start date: | October 13, 2025 (negotiable) |
Duties
- Completing bibliographic descriptions for incomplete records in OCLC WorldCat
- Identify matching bibliographic records in OCLC Connexion.
- Edit records, for example, correcting or adding romanization, adding correct Non-Latin script (Japanese) and other descriptive information.
- Save bibliographic records in OCLC Connexion for Librarian review.
Required Qualifications
- Native level or advanced level of Japanese language, especially the ability to read kanji properly.
- Familiar with Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet applications.
- Computer literacy.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently.
- Responsible for assigned duties.
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to read kyūjitai (traditional form of kanji)
How to Apply
Upload your resume to the form above with your student NetID.
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