Federal Digitization Specialist — Onsite, Clearance Eligible

Lsslibraries; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished government library in Beltsville, MD, is seeking an experienced Digitization Specialist. This full-time role involves coordinating digitization efforts for federal agency publications and requires a bachelor's degree and relevant experience. The specialist will ensure the quality and integrity of materials while working onsite in a collaborative research environment. Key skills include attention to detail, communication, and familiarity with bibliographic records and MARC interpretation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a related role (or 1+ year with a Master’s degree).
• Familiarity with bibliographic records and MARC record interpretation.
• Experience with quality assurance and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate weekly batches of library materials for digitization.
• Conduct research to avoid duplication of digitization efforts.
• Perform quality assurance reviews of digitized materials.

Skills

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Metadata creation

Interpretation of MARC records

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years experience or Master’s degree with 1+ year experience

Job description

A distinguished government library in Beltsville, MD, is seeking an experienced Digitization Specialist. This full-time role involves coordinating digitization efforts for federal agency publications and requires a bachelor's degree and relevant experience. The specialist will ensure the quality and integrity of materials while working onsite in a collaborative research environment. Key skills include attention to detail, communication, and familiarity with bibliographic records and MARC interpretation.