[Metadatalibrarians] Position Announcement: Cataloger - Bethesda, MD

[Katy Davis]

Please excuse cross-postings...

*LAC Group* is seeking a *Cataloger *to work with a major health library in
the Bethesda, MD area. The Cataloger selected will assist and manage
metadata creation and taxonomy usage specific to a biomedical setting. The
Cataloger will advise and consult on cataloging issues related to all
materials and candidates may be asked to submit cataloging samples. This is
a long term, full time (40 hour a week; Monday to Friday) benefited
position, a background investigation is required.

*Responsibilities:*

   - Provide cataloging, metadata, and thesaurus management support for the
   Library
   - Manage/update existing records
   - Creating original and copy cataloging records (as appropriate) for new
   acquisitions.
   - Update holding records to remove deselected monographs and journal
   titles and issues, as appropriate.
   - Assist with and consult on library staff on metadata
   creation/management and taxonomy use/management, especially in a biomedical
   setting. This includes the application of metadata and biomedical thesauri
   in a digital repository and/or advanced indexing projects, as needed.


*Qualifications:*

   - Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS) from a college or university
   accredited by the American Library Association (ALA)
   - 3 years of relevant library experience
   - Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel
   - Must have experience with sources such as OCLC WorldCat via
   WorldShare, the online catalog (Alma), online resources databases (SQL,
   Intota, and Drupal-based), and link resolver (ProQuest 360 Link)
   - Performs original and selected copy cataloging in all formats and all
   media
   - Work continuing formats; performs authority work and database
   maintenance; advises copy catalogers and other staff performing cataloging
   related tasks.


*To apply, please visit: *https://lac.gp/2SKG72z


Katy Davis
Operations Assistant
p: (323)302-9432 | e: katy.davis at lac-group.com
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