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Cataloger

Washington, DC ยท On-site

$9.43/hr

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 ...

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 ...

Cataloger

Worcester, MA ยท On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

Perform original and copy cataloging using applicable standards (AACR2, RDA, DCRM(B), and LC-PCC Policy Statements), controlled vocabularies (LCSH, RBMSCV, and AAT), and authority files (LCNAF)

Cataloger

Worcester, MA ยท On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

Perform original and copy cataloging using applicable standards (AACR2, RDA, DCRM(B), and LC-PCC Policy Statements), controlled vocabularies (LCSH, RBMSCV, and AAT), and authority files (LCNAF)

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Cataloger

Washington, DC โ€ข On-site

Library Systems & Services LLC
Libraries and Archivesย โ€ขย 1 - 5K employees

$9.43/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

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