Law Library Cataloging & Metadata Associate

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University is seeking a Cataloging Assistant for the Law Library to catalog and create metadata for materials in multiple formats across languages and subjects. You will maintain metadata in the Law Library’s catalog and digital repositories, ensuring accuracy and reliability.

Reporting to the Head of Cataloging and Metadata, you will conduct original and copy cataloging, and assist with special projects to support the department's operations in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 3–5 years of library experience.
• Familiarity with spreadsheet, database, and cloud-based document storage apps.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Catalog materials and create metadata for print, electronic, online, and multimedia items.
• Apply metadata to digital collections and maintain OCLC local holding data for serial titles.
• Perform original and copy cataloging for monographs, serials, and Special Collections materials.
• Collaborate with Access Services, Collection Development, Digital Initiatives, and Acquisitions on special projects.

Skills

Team collaboration

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

OCLC Connexion

Ex Libris Alma

Job description

Georgetown University is seeking a Cataloging Assistant for the Law Library to catalog and create metadata for materials in multiple formats across languages and subjects. You will maintain metadata in the Law Library’s catalog and digital repositories, ensuring accuracy and reliability.

Reporting to the Head of Cataloging and Metadata, you will conduct original and copy cataloging, and assist with special projects to support the department's operations in a hybrid work environment.