Library Technician

This is Akash from Softcom Inc. We have an urgent requirement with one of our clients. Please go through the requirements below and let me know if you are interested and available for this position

We are seeking an experienced Library Technician to support research library operations at a federal organization in Washington, DC. The selected candidate will support research services, cataloging, circulation, serials, subscription access, and library records management.

The role involves assisting library users, maintaining accurate catalog records, uploading research documents with appropriate metadata, managing access to subscription services, and coordinating requests for off-site library materials.

• Upload documents and apply metadata to internal research databases.
• Staff the library information desk and provide customer service to library users.
• Assist with access provisioning for research databases and subscription services.
• Coordinate requests for off-site library materials.
• Support quality assurance of library catalog records for books and journals.
• Assist with cataloging, serials, circulation, and subscription administration.
• Use Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Edge.
• Apply Library of Congress call number knowledge when shelving and organizing print materials.
• Escalate complex questions and issues to appropriate federal library staff.
• Maintain accurate records and complete assigned tasks with attention to detail.
• Assist with physical library operations, including shelving books, pushing book carts, and accessing materials on shelves.

• Approximately 5 years of relevant experience in library operations, library services, records management, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; coursework in library science, information science, or computer science is an advantage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Library of Congress call numbers and shelving procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using library catalogs, subscription platforms, or library management systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new systems and adapt to changing workflows.
• Ability to perform the physical duties associated with library operations.

• Work Location:
  
  Martin Building, Washington, DC
• Work Arrangement:
  Fully onsite; remote work is not available.
• Preferred
  
  Schedule:
  
  8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Core Library
  
  Hours:
  
  9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• The position requires an onsite eight-hour workday.

• Initial phone screening or Microsoft Teams video interview.
• Final in-person interview.

Recruiters must include the following with every submission:

• Updated resume.
• Confirmation of relevant library experience.
• Current location and availability to work onsite in Washington, DC.
• U.S. citizenship status — must be explicitly disclosed with the resume.

Prioritize candidates with hands-on library operations experience, familiarity with Library of Congress classification, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work onsite in Washington, DC.