LAC - Digitalization Library Technician

Description

The Library Technician supports a multi-year project to digitize of government documents primarily consisting of technical reports, memoranda, and other publications. The Technicians will work on-site at a location in Washington, D.C. to prepare and scan the materials according to established guidelines and provided training. After scanning, the Technician will perform quality control and input the required metadata fields. The Technician will need at least some experience with digitization in a library setting. This is long-term, full-time (40 hours a week; Monday to Friday) benefited contract opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve materials and prepare them for scanning by removing stapling, paperclips, post-it notes, and tabs
• Scan materials using specialized scanner and software
• Inspect scanned files for quality and completeness 
• Rescan any mis-scanned items
• Enter appropriate metadata for the scanned titles
• Reshelve materials once complete

Requirements

• Associate’s degree, plus a minimum of one (1) year of library experience
• Experience with digitization processes, operating scanners, and scanning paper materials
• Experience with searching online catalogs
• Ability to carry and move items up to 44 lbs.
• Ability to follow guidelines
• Ability to work independently and in teams
• Ability to communicate with colleagues and supervisor
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
• Comfortable performing repetitive tasks
•  Must be able to obtain and maintain a US government public trust security clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with reviewing the quality of the scans for completeness and accuracy
• Experience with inventorying, shelf reading, and shelving material using the Library of Congress Classification System
• Experience with Voyager or similar ILS
• Knowledge of digital file processing and file naming
• Ability to learn LOC scanning procedures
• Detail-oriented and careful

Physical Requirements

Must be able to frequently move from place to place within the location; file and retrieve books and other items on high shelves; lift/push up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds. of heavy boxes, books, and equipment; work in confined spaces; walk; bend; stoop; reach; and climb.

Benefits

• 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

EEO Statement

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.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. 

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.