Library Technician

Jobtailor; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Job summary

LAC-Federal is looking for a reliable Library Technician/Paraprofessional to support operations in a federal scientific library. Responsibilities include processing library materials, maintaining collections, and providing customer service to users.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree and at least one year of relevant experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential. The position offers benefits including health care and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of relevant library experience.
• Proficient in using library systems and databases.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Process library materials including barcodes and labels.
• Shelve and maintain library collections.
• Assist with inventory control and collection tracking.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Integrated library systems

Job description

Description

LAC Federal is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Library Technician / Paraprofessional to support a federal scientific library in providing library operations, collection maintenance, circulation, document delivery, and customer service support within a federal scientific library environment. This position supports researchers, scientists, analysts, and staff by ensuring that library collections, records, and public service operations remain organized, accessible, and responsive to user needs. The successful candidate will assist with physical collection maintenance, circulation services, interlibrary loan support, digitization activities, inventory control, and general library operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process physical library materials including barcodes, spine labels, security tags, and property stamps
• Shelve, shift, and maintain library collections using Library of Congress Classification (LCC) or local filing systems
• Conduct shelf-reading and collection maintenance activities to ensure filing accuracy and retrievability
• Create and update patron records using the government-provided integrated library system (ILS)
• Perform circulation activities including check-in, check-out, renewals, recalls, and holds
• Support interlibrary loan (ILL) and document delivery services by processing requests, retrieving materials, scanning documents, and coordinating shipments
• Assist with inventory control and collection tracking activities using government-provided databases and systems
• Support digitization projects by preparing materials, scanning documents, creating tracking lists, and performing quality checks on digital files
• Assist with archival processing, records management, and metadata support activities as assigned
• Provide front-line customer service and assist users with locating materials and accessing library resources
• Support library outreach activities, exhibits training sessions, and events as needed
• Assist with opening and closing library facilities and maintaining orderly public and staff spaces
• Track and report circulation, usage, and service statistics
• Identify and report facilities, equipment, or electronic access issues to federal staff
• Support emergency response and collection protection activities during facility or environmental incidents
• Assist with physical inventory of library equipment and property

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from a recognized college or technical school; May substitute experience for degree
• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant library, archives, records management, or information services experience
• Experience using library systems, databases, or inventory tracking systems
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard office software
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain accurate records

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting scientific, technical, academic, or federal libraries
• Familiarity with Library of Congress Classification (LCC)
• Experience with integrated library systems (ILS) and circulation operations
• Experience supporting interlibrary loan, digitization, or archival activities
• Familiarity with metadata or document management systems
• Experience supporting inventory or property accountability functions
• Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and use hands and fingers for extended periods of time in a library or office environment.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, move, shelve, and transport books, boxes, files, library materials, and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to travel throughout library, storage, and office areas, including pushing carts, retrieving materials, and operating standard office and scanning equipment for prolonged periods.

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.