Library Technician: MARC Cataloging & Archival Processing

ICF International; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF International in Bethesda, MD is seeking an onsite library technician to support the physical processing of a large print collection for the National Library of Medicine. You will analyze titles, authors and metadata in Alma and compare them to the physical copies, using proper handling and preservation techniques.

Familiarity with MARC21 records and cataloging is required, with an emphasis on updating catalog records and preparing materials for storage.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience executing the physical processing of collection materials.
• 1+ year of library/cataloging experience (MARC21, library services platform, Cutter Sanborn Tables, etc.)
• Ability to obtain a public trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Identifying MARC bibliographic records based on the review of a physical item.
• Searching/matching 19 th and 20 th century publications in Alma to find matching bibliographic records .
• Completing the physical processing of the collection materials, at minimum including adding call numbers and appropriately re-housing fragile items in archival envelopes and/or protective slings, etc.
• Updating existing cataloging records, including bibliographic, holdings, and item records.
• Flag ging potential duplicate items for review; cod ing duplicates in Alma for review and batch deletion.
• Following guidelines for specific materials to assure all records created follow NLM policies and appropriate national and international standards.

Skills

MARC21 experience

Cataloging

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Public trust clearance ability

Tools

Cutter Sanborn Tables

Job description

ICF International in Bethesda, MD is seeking an onsite library technician to support the physical processing of a large print collection for the National Library of Medicine. You will analyze titles, authors and metadata in Alma and compare them to the physical copies, using proper handling and preservation techniques.

Familiarity with MARC21 records and cataloging is required, with an emphasis on updating catalog records and preparing materials for storage.