From: Suzanne Richards <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Monday, February 3, 2014 7:13 PM
To: Suzanne Richards <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: [Asis-l] Job Posting / Hebrew/Yiddish Cataloger (Virtual)

Apologies for the cross posting   .   .   .   .   .

LAC Group seeks a Hebrew/Yiddish Cataloger (Virtual) for ongoing cataloging work, for a prestigious Museum located in Washington, DC.   This cataloging work can be accomplished remotely from any location and pays on a per-piece rate.    Applicants must be fluent in Hebrew/Yiddish and English and have previous experience cataloging foreign language materials.   All applicants must be able to successfully pass a cataloging skills test.
 

Responsibilities:

  • Search, retrieve and/or update bibliographic records in ILS;
  • Perform cataloging of print monographs, serials, and foreign language materials;
  • Create and update holdings records;
  • Ensure work conforms to client standards, and collaborate in a team environment;
  • Assist with processing and cataloging.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;
  • Foreign language proficiency in Hebrew/Yiddish;
  • Previous copy cataloging experience in Hebrew/Yiddish foreign language;
  • Knowledge of AACR2 rules, MARC, and the Library of Congress classification system;
  • Experience in data entry;
  • Strong attention to detail;
  • Proficiency using Word & Excel;
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instruction;
  • Ability to work independently;

To apply, please visit: http://goo.gl/rOsh0x

LAC Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values diversity in the workforce.