Cataloging Assistant

Georgetown University•Washington, DC

8d•$19 - $29•Hybrid

About The Position

The Cataloging Assistant is primarily responsible for cataloging and metadata creation for materials in all formats (print, electronic, online, multimedia) in various languages and subject areas for the Law Library. Reporting to the Head of Cataloging and Metadata, this position is responsible for the ongoing maintenance of metadata in the Law Library’s catalog and digital repositories to ensure their accuracy and reliability. Job responsibilities include applying metadata to digital collections, original and copy cataloging for monographs, serials, rare books and materials from Special Collections, and the maintenance of OCLC local holding data for serial titles. The Cataloging Assistant frequently carries out special projects or other assigned duties to adapt to the changing needs of the department and the Law Library. Additional duties may include special tasks or projects to keep the department operating efficiently and effectively.

Requirements

High School Diploma
3-5 years of library experience
Knowledge of standard academic library practices and procedures.
Familiarity with spreadsheet, database, and cloud-based document storage applications.
Ability to work as part of a team in a complex and changing environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience with cataloging tools and standards (e.g. OCLC Connexion, RDA, LC Classification, LC Subject Headings)
Familiarity with law and/or legal materials.
One year of cataloging experience, preferably in an academic setting.
Experience with a library services platform, such as Ex Libris Alma.
Flexibility to take on new responsibilities and projects as needed.

Responsibilities

Cataloging and metadata creation for materials in all formats (print, electronic, online, multimedia) in various languages and subject areas for the Law Library.
Ongoing maintenance of metadata in the Law Library’s catalog and digital repositories to ensure their accuracy and reliability.
Applying metadata to digital collections.
Original and copy cataloging for monographs, serials, rare books and materials from Special Collections.
Maintenance of OCLC local holding data for serial titles.
Carrying out special projects or other assigned duties to adapt to the changing needs of the department and the Law Library.
Performing special tasks or projects to keep the department operating efficiently and effectively.