LAC Federal is seeking a Serials Bindery Assistant to work at a major federal library in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of serials records and experience working with an Integrated Library System. Work will and must be performed on-site. This is a full-time contract position.

LAC Federal delivers high-quality information and library services focused on the unique requirement of government libraries and information centers. If you are excited about providing services to our government libraries, we would love for you to apply!

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.

• Pulling selected serials titles from the stacks

• Preparing serial units for shipment to bindery

• Preparing digital bindery tickets

• Creating and updating bibliographic item records and holdings summaries in ILS

• Quality review of all pre-bindable units

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required

• Prior experience working in library technical services

• Experience using an integrated library system, preferably Voyager

• Ability to analyze and identify serial patterns and records in multiple languages

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision

• Ability to stoop, bend, walk, and reach heights of six (6) feet.

• High School diploma or equivalent

• On-site opportunity

Desired

• Prior experience working with serials

• Experience with binding software

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move from place to place within the location; lift, push/pull, hold/carry of items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasional up to (35) pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials.

• Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.

Benefits

Benefits:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

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

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

Full-time 40 hour position