Serials Bindery Assistant

Library Systems & Services LLC•Washington, DC

2d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

LAC Federal is seeking a Serials Bindery Assistant to work on-site at a prominent federal library in Washington, D.C. The position involves handling serial materials for bindery processing, maintaining bibliographic and holdings information in an Integrated Library System (ILS), and reviewing materials before binding. It offers full-time hours.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in library technical services.
Proficiency with an Integrated Library System; Voyager and/or Folio experience is preferred.
Experience working with serials.
Ability to analyze and identify serial patterns in various languages.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift and carry library materials weighing up to 25 pounds and safely push or maneuver book carts, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods while performing library processing and administrative tasks.
Ability to perform repetitive physical movements, including bending, reaching, grasping, and fine motor coordination, to retrieve, handle, and organize library materials safely.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Voyager and/or Folio.

Responsibilities

Pull selected serial titles from the library stacks.
Prepare serial units for shipment to the bindery.
Generate digital bindery tickets.
Create and update bibliographic item records and holding summaries in the Integrated Library System (ILS).
Conduct quality reviews of all pre-bindable units.
Perform other duties as assigned, such as sorting and shelving.