Library Temporary Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

LAC Federal is seeking a highly motivated and skilled person to join our team. As a Library Clerk, you will be working on-site to support collection maintenance activities for a large federal library in Washington, D.C. Duties will primarily consist of shifting as part of a large collection move.

Office Location: Washington, D.C. - Orange, Blue, Silver Metro Line

Work Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm 

Job Status: Full-time Temporary Contract tentative from April 2026 - July 2026

Responsibilities: 

• Sorting, arranging, and transporting library materials to be shelved
• Shifting large quantities of collection materials as part of a team to facilitate new shelving replacement
• Breaking down materials to include separating and sorting materials on book trucks according to call number ranges
• Identifying materials requiring follow-up for collection stabilization and rehousing
• Maintaining detailed logs of activities
• Shelf-reading and reviewing each shelf for call number order accuracy
• Refiling out-of-place items or routing them to the proper location
• Identifying problem materials per written procedures 

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Attention to detail 
• Preferred knowledge of other languages than English
• Ability to develop knowledge of standard Law library policies, procedures, and services related to one or more library functions
• Demonstrated organizational skills and initiative to manage multiple tasks and deadlines and work independently
• Ability to learn and follow complex procedures and policies

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move from place to place within the location; lift, push/pull, hold/carry of items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasional up to (35) pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.

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.