Bethesda, MD, 20814, USA
41 days ago
Cataloger
LAC Federal is looking for a Cataloger to contribute to a prestigious collection discoverability project at a leading institution. The Cataloger will be responsible for creating bibliographic records in accordance with national and international standards, as well as local policies and quality requirements. The Cataloger will play a key role in reducing the cataloging backlog by making unprocessed materials discoverable. Key Responsibilities: + Create bibliographic records according to RDA, DCRM, MARC, BIBCO/CONSER, + LC/PCC Policy Statements, and NACO guidelines. + Perform original and copy cataloging + Perform descriptive and subject cataloging Assign LCC and NLM Classification + Assign subject terms from the MeSH Thesaurus + Ensure consistency and quality in the creation of records. + Collaborate with other project staff to ensure records meet standards Requirements + Master's in Library and Information Science + At least 2 years of experience performing full-level original cataloging + Demonstrated experience with cataloging and creating authority records following national and international standards. Familiarity with subject-specific classification systems. + Experience with OCLC and Library Serivces Platforms (Ex Libris Alma Preferred) Preferred Qualifications: + Experience with MeSH subject headings + Experience with the Ex Libris-Alma Library Services Platform Benefits Part-Time: + Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
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