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Cataloging, Metadata Librarian
Location
Washington
Posted
172 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Cataloging, Metadata Librarian
LAC Federal
• Perform original and copy cataloging of monographs and serials in OCLC Connexion, following RDA, AACR2, MARC21, and local cataloging standards. • Edit and enhance existing bibliographic records to meet RDA, MARC21, and updated local cataloging practices. • Assign controlled subject headings using Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH). • Assign controlled headings for series titles and corporate authors. • Conduct research to determine the need for new name authorities and propose updates or additions to senior catalogers. • Create, update, and modify holding and item records as instructed. • Manage and adjust serial publication patterns and frequency as needed. • Maintain detailed metrics and provide regular activity reports.
Job Requirements
- Master’s degree in library/information science from an ALA-accredited institution
- Minimum three (3) years of work experience in library technical services operations, specifically cataloging/metadata unit, working on original and copy cataloging/metadata.
- Experience with the MARC 21 standard
- Strong knowledge and work experience using classification schema(s) Dewey, Library of Congress, and/or SuDocs.
- Strong skill/experience using an ILS.
- Experience with cataloging serials and maps.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Word and Excel, and other business applications.
- Ability to adhere to national bibliographic standards set forth in Resource Description Access (RDA) for a variety of material formats, including, electronic, print, microform, etc.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with paraprofessionals, library professionals, and agency personnel.
- Ability to work independently and exercise discretion, initiative, and judgment.
- Ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
- Organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to perform diverse and complex tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of RDA core elements.
- Knowledge of OCLC Connexion.
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
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