Senior Cataloger & Metadata Specialist (Alma & RDA)

Library Systems & Services, LLC.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan (401k)

Paid Time Off

Training & Development

Job summary

LAC Federal seeks a Senior Cataloging & Metadata Specialist to perform advanced original and copy cataloging, metadata remediation, and foreign-language description in support of a federal research library near Washington, DC. The role focuses on RDA, MARC 21, LC vocabularies, and Alma migration to improve discovery across diverse collections.

The candidate will independently resolve complex bibliographic issues, supervise quality control, and contribute to metadata modernization initiatives in

Qualifications

• Seven+ years cataloging experience with complex original and copy cataloging.
• Expertise in foreign-language materials and serials remediation.
• Proficient in RDA, MARC 21, LC vocabularies, and authority control.
• Experience with Ex Libris Alma and migration projects.
• Ability to work independently and communicate technical cataloging concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced original and copy cataloging of complex materials using RDA and MARC 21.
• Catalog materials in multiple foreign languages with authority verification.
• Remediate legacy records following migration to Ex Libris Alma.
• Analyze and improve bibliographic data for better discovery.
• Support metadata modernization initiatives including BIBFRAME readiness.
• Collaborate to develop cataloging procedures and workflows.
• Assist with backlog reduction and quality assurance.

Skills

Advanced cataloging

RDA

MARC 21

OCLC WorldCat

Authority control

Ex Libris Alma

Foreign-language cataloging

Education

MLIS/MLS from an ALA-accredited institution

Tools

MarcEdit

OpenRefine

Alma Analytics

Job description

LAC Federal seeks a Senior Cataloging & Metadata Specialist to perform advanced original and copy cataloging, metadata remediation, and foreign-language description in support of a federal research library near Washington, DC. The role focuses on RDA, MARC 21, LC vocabularies, and Alma migration to improve discovery across diverse collections.

The candidate will independently resolve complex bibliographic issues, supervise quality control, and contribute to metadata modernization initiatives in