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• A thorough introduction to CC:DA and its work is available in the pamphlet,

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Deliverables

• Makes a continuing assessment of the state of the art and suggest the direction of change in the field of descriptive cataloging;
• Recommends solutions to problems relating not only to bibliographic description but also to choice and form of access points, other than subject access;
• Initiates proposals for additions to and revisions of the cataloging code currently adopted by ������Ƶ��and to review proposals initiated by other groups or individuals;
• Develops official ������Ƶ��positions on such proposals in consultation with other appropriate ������Ƶ��units and organizations in the U.S.A.;
• Advises the ������Ƶ��Representatives to the North American RDA Committee (NARDAC) regarding official ������Ƶ��positions on RDA and suggests acceptable bases for negotiations;
• Develops official ������Ƶ��positions on proposed international cataloging policies and standards pertaining to the committee’s area of responsibility and to advise the official ������Ƶ��representative; or, if there is no official ������Ƶ��representative, to act as the clearinghouse within ������Ƶ��for review of these policies and standards and to serve as the formal liaison between ������Ƶ��and the originating organizations;
• Encourages the U.S. library and information services community to express opinions on issues under consideration through timely publication of agenda items in the community’s press;
• Keeps the profession informed by reporting committee actions promptly through appropriate communication channels

Expected Time Commitment

• Holds 1-2 virtual meetings per year and meets in person in conjunction with ������Ƶ��conferences

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Extensive knowledge/experience in cataloging
• Familiarity with ������Ƶ��and/or international cataloging oranization