LAC – Metadata Specialist

LAC Federal is looking for a Metadata Specialist to work on an important collection discoverability project for a highly respected institution. The Metadata Specialist will focus on creating mappings of metadata from various schemas to MARC
21/MARCXML. This role is crucial for ensuring that the unprocessed materials are accurately represented and discoverable in the systems.

• Create and run transformations of metadata into MARC
  21/MARCXML.
• Develop efficient workflows for metadata conversion.
• Work with Catalogers and Data Engineers to ensure consistency and accuracy in metadata.

• MLS from an ALA‑accredited institution with a focus on library science
• Experience in mapping metadata from various schemas to MARC
  21/MARCXML.
• Familiarity with metadata transformation tools and techniques.

• Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.
• Occasionally lifting of items weighing up to twenty‑five (25) pounds such as files, books, and other materials.

• 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

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.