Cataloger

Library Systems & Services, LLC

Copy Cataloger providing cataloging and enhancement for sound recordings in English and Spanish for accessible library programs. Ensuring compliance with cataloging standards and improving metadata quality.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $1,621 - $2,155 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in enhanced copy cataloging of MARC records for audiovisual materials, with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance with cataloging standards. Proficient in cataloging both English and Spanish-language materials, utilizing tools like MarcEdit for metadata editing and validation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

MARC21 CatalogingDewey Decimal Classification (DDC)Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH)MarcEdit ProficiencySpanish Language Cataloging

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Hard Skills

Enhanced Copy CatalogingMARC Record EditingAACR2/RDA StandardsBibliographic Record ValidationMetadata Quality Assurance

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailWritten CommunicationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

MarcEdit

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS)

Industry Keywords

Audiovisual MaterialsSound RecordingsCataloging WorkflowsQuality Assurance Reviews

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform enhanced copy cataloging of commercial MARC records for talking books and other audiovisual materials in accordance with agency cataloging instructions.
Review and edit MARC21 bibliographic records to ensure completeness, consistency, and compliance with provided standards.
Add, modify, or validate required MARC fields, including fixed fields, descriptive elements, access points, and subject headings.
Assign and verify Dewey Decimal Classification numbers and ensure appropriate classification for collection materials.
Apply and validate Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) and authorized name headings.
Catalog English and Spanish-language materials, including verifying language coding and multilingual metadata when applicable.
Use MarcEdit and other cataloging tools to edit, validate, and quality check bibliographic records.
Compare commercial vendor records with provided cataloging requirements and make all required metadata enhancements before submission.
Ensure authority-controlled access points are accurate and consistent with current Library of Congress authority files.
Meet established production schedules while maintaining exceptional cataloging accuracy and quality standards.
Document cataloging decisions and participate in quality assurance reviews and corrective actions as needed.
Collaborate with project leadership and quality reviewers to continuously improve cataloging workflows and metadata quality.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution (Master’s degree preferred)
Experience cataloging Spanish-language materials
Ability to comprehend spoken Spanish sufficient to catalog sound recordings
Minimum 2–3 years of professional cataloging experience
Demonstrated experience performing enhanced copy cataloging using MARC21
Experience cataloging sound recordings, talking books, or other audiovisual materials
Working knowledge of AACR2 and/or RDA descriptive cataloging standards
Experience assigning or validating Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) numbers
Experience applying Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH)
Experience using MarcEdit for metadata editing and validation
Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fully remote production environment
Excellent written communication skills and meticulous attention to bibliographic accuracy.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development