[Asis-l] Job Posting: Cataloger - Washington DC or Virtual

[Katy Davis]

Please excuse the cross-posting...

LAC Federal is seeking experienced Catalogers 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. This is a long term, full-time contract (40 hour a week; Monday - Friday) benefited position.

Responsibilities:
*         Create PCC BIBCO-level catalog records of English language material in all subject areas that are compliance with RDA standards
*         Analyze materials to appropriately identify access points
*         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 and/or classification numbers

Qualifications
*         MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited institution
*         5+ years of original cataloging experience in an academic or large special library
*         Expert knowledge of RDA, LCSH, LCC, MARC21 and other standards used in cataloging monographic materials
*         Proven experience with any/all of these LC classifications
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*         Demonstrated history of BIBCO level cataloging
*         Thorough knowledge and experience in cataloging workflows
*         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
*         Familiarity with OCLC's Connexion, Cataloger's Desktop and the RDA Toolkit
*         Knowledge of NACO procedures
*         Strong computer & analytical skills
*         Ability to work in a virtual environment
*         Excellent command of English
*         High attention to detail


To apply, visit: https://goo.gl/Gy2s9M


Katy Davis
Recruiting Assistant
LibGig - LAC Group
(323)302-9432
Katy.davis at libgig.com