This position is located in Discovery & Preservation Services, Acquisitions & Bibliographic Access Directorate, Asian & Middle Eastern Division. Position description number 173746. Salary range indicated reflects locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area. This position will work a Flextime work schedule. Bargaining Unit AFSCME Local 2477 position. Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.

Duties

Performs copy cataloging for a variety of materials and formats in an automated cataloging environment. Descriptively catalogs original materials where the bibliographic characteristics of the material are relatively easy to determine and cataloging decisions are made within established standards. Performs CIP verification independently. Completes cataloging data for publications initially cataloged as Cataloging in Publication (CIP) materials. Searches entries in automated and manual catalogs. Assigns headings to catalog entries. Completes routine authority work; consults with librarians for more complex headings; and refers problems to librarians. Selects and assigns classification numbers. Performs content designation on newly created and updated bibliographic records. Performs database maintenance including modifications, updates, and corrections. Creates and revises bibliographic records, including initial bibliographic control records (IBCRs). Resolves routine problems and inconsistencies in the cataloging process promptly and independently, involving librarians or the section head on only the more difficult problems.

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Ability to speak, read, and write in at least two of the following languages: English, Arabic, Persian, Turkic languages, and Turkish.**  Knowledge of library cataloging rules, practices, and procedures**  Ability to use integrated library systems, applications, or other information technologies**  Ability to acquire and process library materials**  Ability to develop and maintain relationships and provide training, consultation, and liaison services.  Ability to communicate effectively in writing. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 101 Independence Ave. SE LM107 Washington, District of Columbia 20540 United States
• Name: Customer Service Center
• Phone: 202-707-5627
• Email: [email protected]