Job Information
Library Systems & Services Cataloger in Bethesda, Maryland
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)
