AddressAbout the Opportunity
Bolinda audio is the world's Number 1 brand for audiobooks, having won numerous awards for producing world-class audio. Bolinda publishes bestselling authors and imprints on audio, and we boast the best young adult and children's audiobook program in the world. High-profile Australian authors we publish in audio include Pip Williams, Anh Do, Kate Morton, Liane Moriarty and many more.
About the Role
We are seeking a candidate to work with our cataloguing and end-processing team as a Cataloguing Assistant. The ideal candidate must hold a passion for cataloguing, libraries and books and be strongly customer-focused while also highly committed to technical accuracy.
This role is being offered as an ongoing part-time position, 3-4 days per week.
You will be required to import MARC cataloguing records from Bolinda’s own cataloguing database; modify MARC records to meet the specifications provided by each of our customers; upload modified records to the relevant catalogue system; and provide our end-processing team with Dewey numbers and prefixes for spine labels. You will need to maintain a very high level of accuracy in entering data and a strict adherence to deadlines to ensure a prompt workflow of titles through the cataloguing department. Additionally you will liaise daily with the cataloguing and end processing teams to resolve any competing priorities and report on your key commitments at our weekly team meetings.
Our ideal applicant will hold either a Diploma of Library and Information Services (or equivalent) and/or have worked in a library service for 4+ years.
Additionally, the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:
- Proficiency in uploading MARC records to library management systems (highly regarded);
- Understanding of basic cataloguing principles and how to apply them (highly regarded);
- Experience in using MARCEdit to edit and update MARC records (highly regarded);
- Experience with working within Spydus and/or Workflows systems (highly regarded);
- Ability to adapt to new software and changing technological requirements of cataloguing (highly regarded).
- Experience in covering books, programming RFID tags, creating spine labels, applying a variety of library labels (highly regarded);
- Confidence in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook to communicate, access and update specifications and to manage deadlines (highly regarded);
- Close attention to accuracy when entering data (essential);
- Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills (essential);
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills (essential);
- Equally able to work both independently and as part of a close team (essential);
- Ability to work quickly but accurately to agreed standards and deadlines (essential).
To reward your dedication and hard work, we would like to offer the successful candidate an attractive remuneration package. Bolinda strongly prioritises the personal and professional development of their employees and you would have access to ongoing training and development, with significant room for advancement and growth within the organisation.
About Bolinda
Bolinda has revolutionised the way people access and consume books. As the world's No.1 audiobook publisher and a leader in digital media, we combine a global reputation for excellence built over 20 years in audiobook publishing with the energy of our five-year-old digital start-up.
Through our digital download solution BorrowBox – your library in one app, Bolinda is the leading digital library provider in the world. BorrowBox, which enables members of public libraries, schools, and universities to download and borrow eContent, is the fastest growing digital library platform in Australia and the UK. Bolinda has offices in Melbourne, the UK, and NZ, doing business globally to provide great opportunities for exceptional people.
Everything about Bolinda is cutting-edge, from our digital products and infrastructure to our business processes and training. We do things differently from most businesses and pride ourselves on being one of the most innovative and progressive companies in Australia.
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join this market-leading firm and set the tone for your future success.
To apply, please send your CV along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications not containing a cover letter will be disregarded.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
