Cataloging/Metadata Librarian

LAC-Federal; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

LAC-Federal is looking for Cataloging/Metadata Librarians to work remotely with a focus on original and copy cataloging of government publications. You will perform cataloging tasks using RDA and MARC21 standards, and enhance historical records.

This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits including health care, retirement plans, and paid time off. If you have a Master’s degree in library/information science and at least 3 years of experience, apply now!

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Minimum of three years of experience in cataloging and metadata.
• Strong skills in MARC 21 and classification schemas.

Responsibilities

• Perform original and copy cataloging of monographs and serials.
• Edit and enhance existing bibliographic records.
• Conduct research for new name authorities.

Skills

Library technical services operations

Cataloging/metadata experience

MARC 21 standard

Classification schema knowledge

Information literacy skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in library/information science

Tools

OCLC Connexion

Integrated Library System (ILS)

Job description

LAC Federal is seeking multiple Cataloging/Metadata Librarians to support a federal agency. The catalogers will work remotely from digital surrogates to perform original and copy cataloging of monographs and serials, with a focus on upgrading historic records to align with RDA and MARC21 standards using existing shelflist cards. The materials primarily consist of U.S. Federal government publications. This is a full-time, remote position offering comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Perform original and copy cataloging of monographs and serials in OCLC Connexion, following RDA, AACR2, MARC21, and local cataloging standards.
• Edit and enhance existing bibliographic records to meet RDA, MARC21, and updated local cataloging practices.
• Assign controlled subject headings using Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH).
• Assign controlled headings for series titles and corporate authors.
• Conduct research to determine the need for new name authorities and propose updates or additions to senior catalogers.
• Create, update, and modify holding and item records as instructed.
• Manage and adjust serial publication patterns and frequency as needed.
• Maintain detailed metrics and provide regular activity reports.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in library/information science from an ALA-accredited institution
• Minimum three (3) years of work experience in library technical services operations, specifically cataloging/metadata unit, working on original and copy cataloging/metadata.
• Experience with the MARC 21 standard
• Strong knowledge and work experience using classification schema(s) Dewey, Library of Congress, and/or SuDocs.
• Strong skill/experience using an ILS.
• Experience with cataloging serials and maps.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Word and Excel, and other business applications.
• Ability to adhere to national bibliographic standards set forth in Resource Description Access (RDA) for a variety of material formats, including, electronic, print, microform, etc.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with paraprofessionals, library professionals, and agency personnel.
• Ability to work independently and exercise discretion, initiative, and judgment.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform diverse and complex tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of RDA core elements.
• Knowledge of OCLC Connexion.
• Personnel may be required to participate in progress briefings with COR, technical advisor for task order, and management as needed. Meetings may include a report on overall percentage of work completed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.
• Occasionally lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds such as files, books, and other materials.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

EEO Statement

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.