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LAC Federal is seeking experienced Catalogers (P/T or F/T) to provide high quality original cataloging for a major Federal Library in the Washington, DC Metro Area.  Work may be done on-site at the government’s facility or virtually. 

 

Responsibilities:

• Analyze materials to appropriately identify access points
• Create or upgrade BIBCO-level catalog records of English language material in all subject areas that are compliance with RDA standards
• Assign subject headings using Library of Congress Subject Headings
• Classify material according the Library of Congress Classification system
• Perform authority control of all headings used in access points
• Create or update name authority records in the LC/NACO Name Authority File
• Make recommendations regarding new Library of Congress Subject Headings

Qualifications for Cataloger 1:

• MLS or MLIS from an accredited institution
• Expert knowledge of RDA, LCSH, LCC, MARC21 and other standards used in cataloging monographic materials
• Thorough knowledge and experience in cataloging workflows
• Familiarity with OCLC’s Connexion, Cataloger’s Desktop and the RDA Toolkit
• Knowledge of NACO procedures
• Strong computer & analytical skills
• Excellent command of English
• High attention to detail

 

Qualifications for Cataloger 2: (In addition to Cataloger 1 qualification must have the below)

• Demonstrated history of BIBCO level cataloging
• Extensive experience with P-PT classification tables
• Ability to interpret and follow all RDA, PCC, and LC cataloging standards
• Strong computer skills related to downloading, installing and using specialized software from OCLC and LC
• Understanding of item based workflow and requirement to create high level bibliographic and/or NACO records in a minimal amount of time.

 

To apply, please visit: https://goo.gl/CNvB1y

 

 

Katy Davis

Recruiting Assistant

LibGig – LAC Group

(323)302-9432

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