Digitalization Library Technician

Library Systems & Services LLC • Washington, DC

26d • Onsite

About The Position

LAC Federal is seeking a part-time Digitization Library Technicians to work onsite at a major federal library in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Responsibilities include digitizing materials, creating metadata, organizing files, and performing quality control. This position requires onsite work and the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance

Requirements

• Associate's degree, plus a minimum of one (I) year of library experience
• Experience with digitization processes, operating scanners, and scanning paper materials
• Experience with reviewing the quality of the scans for completeness and accuracy
• Experience using Windows File Explorer adeptly to save and move digital files
• Experience with Microsoft Office products
• Experience with searching online library catalogs and repositories
• Experience with shelving material using the Library of Congress Classification System
• Experience with virtual meeting software
• Knowledge of digital file processing
• Knowledge of basic descriptive metadata
• Ability to learn CRS scanning procedures
• Detail-oriented and careful
• Comfortable performing repetitive tasks
• Ability to follow guidelines and be receptive to feedback
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Ability to communicate appropriately with colleagues and supervisors in person and in writing
• Must be available to work onsite daily, with no possibility of remote work
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government public trust security clearance.
• Must be able to move from place to place within the location, lifting of items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasional up to 50 pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials with a buddy system
• Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve materials and prepare for digitization.
• Scan documents following provided standards and workflows
• Conduct quality assurance checks.
• Use Adobe Acrobat and scanner tools.
• Upload files and follow naming protocols.
• Support weeding, shifting, and shelf-reading tasks.
• Track removed items and update spreadsheets.
• Reorganize collections and flag damaged materials.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees