Law Library Cataloging Specialist (Hybrid)

Georgetown University; United States; Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement savings

Tuition assistance

Work-life balance benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Georgetown University Law Library seeks a Cataloging Assistant to perform cataloging and metadata creation for materials in all formats, languages, and subjects. The role reports to the Head of Cataloging and Metadata and maintains metadata in the catalog and digital repositories to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Responsibilities include applying metadata to digital collections, original and copy cataloging for monographs, serials, and Special Collections, and maintaining OCLC local holding

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and library experience required.
• Knowledge of standard academic library practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with spreadsheet, database, and cloud storage applications.
• Ability to work in a team within a dynamic environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Catalog and index materials in all formats (print, electronic, multimedia).
• Apply metadata to digital collections and maintain library catalogs.
• Perform original and copy cataloging for monographs, serials, and Special Collections materials.
• Maintain OCLC local holding data for serial titles and support department projects.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

OCLC Connexion

RDA

LC Classification

LC Subject Headings

Ex Libris Alma

Job description

Georgetown University Law Library seeks a Cataloging Assistant to perform cataloging and metadata creation for materials in all formats, languages, and subjects. The role reports to the Head of Cataloging and Metadata and maintains metadata in the catalog and digital repositories to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Responsibilities include applying metadata to digital collections, original and copy cataloging for monographs, serials, and Special Collections, and maintaining OCLC local holding