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Description

LAC Federal is seeking a full-time Chinese Cataloger to work on-site at a leading institution in the Washington, D.C. area. The Cataloger will contribute to a prestigious collection discoverability project by performing original and copy cataloging. The Cataloger will be responsible for creating high-quality bibliographic records in accordance with national and international standards, as well as local policies and quality requirements. This role plays a key part in reducing cataloging backlogs and making both English-language and Chinese-language materials discoverable to researchers and the public. 

Responsibilities

• Create original and copy bibliographic records according to RDA, DCRM, MARC 21, BIBCO/CONSER, LC/PCC Policy Statements, and NACO guidelines, including records for Chinese-language materials.
• Perform authority work and ensure accurate representation of names, titles, and subjects in Chinese script and, where applicable, Romanized form.
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and quality control across all bibliographic and authority records.
• Collaborate with other project staff to ensure records meet institutional, national, and international standards.
• Contribute to efficient backlog reduction by processing un- or under-cataloged materials.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience cataloging library materials and creating authority records in accordance with national and international standards.
• Proficiency with cataloging in Chinese including the ability to read and interpret bibliographic information.
• Familiarity with subject-specific classification systems (e.g., LCC).
• Experience using OCLC and Ex Libris Alma.
• Knowledge of best practices for handling multilingual and non-Roman script metadata.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods and maintain focus on detailed work involving computer screens and bibliographic data.
• Occasional lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds, such as files, books, or other library materials.

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

EEO Statement

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. 

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.