(Full-time) Librarian

Full-time

C. area providing original and complex cataloging for artists' books and related materials. This position will focus on the cataloging, metadata creation, and physical processing of unique and rare artists' books within one of the nation's premier art research collections. The position requires detailed bibliographic analysis, application of RDA cataloging standards, assignment of Library of Congress classification (LCC) and subject headings (LCSH), creation of item records, and physical processing of collection materials. This is a full-time, on-site position in downtown Washington, DC.

Retrieve artists' books from secure storage and return materials to designated storage locations after processing.

Perform original and complex copy cataloging of artists' books using OCLC and the library services platform.

Create full-level bibliographic records in accordance with RDA and local practices.

Research artists, publishers, formats, and publication history to verify and enhance cataloging data.

Assign Library of Congress Classification (LCC) numbers and Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH).

Apply genre and form headings and other specialized metadata appropriate for artists' books.

Update OCLC holdings and export/import bibliographic records into local systems.

Create and maintain item-level records in the local ILS

Rehouse artists' books and related ephemeral materials in archival enclosures and identify materials requiring custom housing.

Prepare monthly progress reports documenting completed cataloging and processing activities.

Handle rare, unique, and special-format materials using appropriate preservation and collections care practices.

Requirements Demonstrated experience using library cataloging platforms, including OCLC Connexion and library services platforms (LSPs).

Experience creating bibliographic records using RDA standards and applying Library of Congress Classification (LCC) and Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH).

Ability to work on-site in Washington, DC during normal business hours.

Ability to successfully complete any required Smithsonian background investigation and credentialing requirements.

Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited institution.

Two or more years of professional cataloging experience in academic, museum, research, special, or art libraries.

Experience cataloging artists' books, rare books, special collections, museum collections, visual resources, or other unique formats.

Familiarity with PCC, NACO, LC-PCC Policy Statements, Getty AAT, and genre/form vocabularies.

Experience with Alma, Horizon, or other integrated library systems.

Experience performing authority work and metadata enhancement.

Knowledge of book arts, printmaking, photography, artist publications, visual arts, or museum collections.

Experience handling rare, fragile, archival, or special-format materials.

Physical Requirements Ability to retrieve, transport, and shelve library materials, including lifting and carrying books, archival boxes, and collection materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move throughout library storage and processing areas for extended periods while handling, rehousing, and processing collection materials.

Ability to perform repetitive hand and finger movements, including keyboarding, data entry, labeling, scanning, and handling rare or fragile materials with appropriate care and precision.

Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.