Library Processing & MARC Cataloging Specialist

ICF Olson; Maryland; On-site; USD 51,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF seeks an onsite library technician to support the National Library of Medicine project in Bethesda, MD. The role involves physical processing, MARC21 cataloging, and comparing metadata with Alma records in English and Western European languages.

You will add call numbers, re-house fragile items, and update bibliographic holdings while adhering to NLM policies and preservation standards. Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience executing the physical processing of collection materials.
• 1+ year of library and cataloging experience (e.g., MARC21, any library services platform, Cutter Sanborn Tables)
• Ability to obtain a public trust clearance.
• Experience with fragile materials preferred.
• Some familiarity with a variety of European languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifying MARC bibliographic records based on the review of a physical item.
• Searching/matching 19th and 20th century publications in Alma to find matching bibliographic records.
• Completing the physical processing of the collection materials, including adding call numbers and re-housing fragile items.
• Updating existing cataloging records, including bibliographic, holdings, and item records.
• Flagging potential duplicate items for review and coding duplicates in Alma for review and batch deletion.
• Following guidelines to ensure records follow NLM policies and international standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Organization

Tools

MARC21

Cutter Sanborn Tables

Library Services Platform

Job description

ICF seeks an onsite library technician to support the National Library of Medicine project in Bethesda, MD. The role involves physical processing, MARC21 cataloging, and comparing metadata with Alma records in English and Western European languages.

You will add call numbers, re-house fragile items, and update bibliographic holdings while adhering to NLM policies and preservation standards. Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines are essential.