German Language Cataloger, LAC Group, Washington D.C.
Posted August 11, 2021
Description:
LAC Group is seeking a German Language Cataloger to work at a prestigious federal library on Capitol Hill. The selected Cataloger will process titles in German by supplying required metadata in MARC21-compliant bibliographic records, following RDA cataloging procedures. The hours for this role are flexible but are expected to be part-time. This work can be completed remotely, but occasional visits onsite will be required, so candidates should be local to or within commuting distance of Washington DC.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize the Library’s ILS using knowledge of standard cataloging tools such as Resource Description & Access (RDA), the RDA Toolkit, Cataloger’s Desktop, Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), MARC21, etc. to supply the required bibliographic information.
- Search each title to be processed to prevent the creation of duplicate records, process duplicate copies, and check authority control of headings used in access points.
- Complete the cataloging in the bibliographic record for German language titles in any subject area collected by LC, following the bibliographic record content guidelines
- Supply the required descriptive elements and Library of Congress Subject Headings for single-part monographic materials being cataloged.
- Identify and refer to LC staff any headings requiring authority work (name, title, or subject) for the materials being cataloged; the contractor is not required to perform authority work.
- Exercise care in the handling of Library materials to avoid loss or damage.
Qualifications:
- Intermediate reading and writing ability of both English and German for reading, analyzing and transcribing work into MARC records.
- 2+ years of cataloging or metadata experience including working knowledge of library databases, OCLC, AACR2, LCSH
- Must have expert knowledge of Resource Description & Access (RDA), the Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), MARC 21, etc.
- Familiarity with the use of Cataloger’s Desktop and the RDA Toolkit is also required.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard cataloging practices and applications in Voyager.
- Focused attention to detail and the ability to follow standard procedures in the physical handling and processing of materials
How to apply:
To apply, visit:https://lac.gp/3jqksZI