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Job Type
Part-time
Description
LAC Federal is seeking an experienced Cataloger to provide high-quality PCC-level cataloging for a project with a major Federal Library in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area. This is a long-term, remote contract position starting immediately. Work is paid piece-rate, usually taking about 10-20 hours per week.
Responsibilities
- Create PCC BIBCO-level catalog records of English language material dealing with all subject areas, except for Law and Music.
- Classify material using Library of Congress Classification.
- Assign subject headings using Library of Congress Subject Headings.
- Create and update name authority records to NACO standards.
- Make recommendations regarding the new Library of Congress Subject Headings and/or classification numbers.
Requirements
- MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution.
- 2+ years of original cataloging experience in an academic or research library.
- Expert knowledge of LCSH, LCC, MARC21 and other standards used in cataloging monographic materials.
- Demonstrated history of BIBCO- and NACO- level cataloging.
- Thorough knowledge and experience in cataloging workflows.
- Familiarity with Classification Web, Cataloger's Desktop, and the LC Authorities list.
- Strong communication and analytical skills.
- Excellent command of reading and writing English.
- High attention to detail.
- Ability to track work and meet deadlines.
- Must be able to pass a federal security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Voyager or Folio library platforms
Salary Description
$9.43 piece rate