Metadata and Cataloging Specialist

Posting Details

I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

Job Description Summary:

The George Washington University Libraries and Academic Innovation (GWLAI) seeks candidates for a temporary Metadata and Cataloging Specialist position. This role is available on either a part-time or full-time basis (20-40 hours per week) and is expected to begin on August 24, 2026, and continue through December 2026.

The Metadata and Cataloging Specialist will provide technical services support within the Resource Description Group (RDG). Primary responsibilities include:

• Performing copy cataloging for regular library materials.
• Processing individual item withdrawals and physical processing.
• Executing routine, ongoing maintenance tasks for print and electronic resources.
• Collaborate closely with RDG team members to ensure database integrity and streamline metadata workflows.

The Metadata and Cataloging Specialist will be a member of the Resource Description Group and report to the Director of Resource Description. Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Experience or demonstrated potential in library technical services, cataloging, or metadata management.
• Familiarity with standard cataloging rules and integrated library systems (such as Alma)
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a detail-oriented focus.
• Master's degree (or significant coursework completed) in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent.
• Prior experience with Ex Libris Alma.
• Non-Roman script language expertise, particularly in Persian or other languages collected by the library, is an advantage but not required for consideration.

II. POSITION INFORMATION

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. College/School/Department: University Libraries Family Sub-Family Stream Level Full-Time/Part-Time: Hours Per Week: 20-40, depending on finalist availability Hiring Range $21.00 - $37.68/hr Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Position Designation: Employee Onsite Status On-campus (in person) Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions to Applicants: Position Type: Posting Number: T001264 Job Open Date: 07/24/2026 Job Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Applicant Review Will Commence On: Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • This role is a GWTemps role. GWTemps is the internal temporary agency at GW. As a university employee, you are eligible to apply to internal university postings if you ever wanted to transition from a temporary role to a permanent role. Since this is a temporary position, this role is ineligible for university benefits, to include, annual/vacation leave, university and federal holiday pay, university closure/administrative pay, retirement benefits, healthcare insurance, etc. Do you acknowledge this information?

• Yes

• No

• • What is your expected hourly range?

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents