Inspector

Description

LAC Federal is seeking a detail-oriented Inspector – Quality Control to perform essential quality control reviews of various materials at a prestigious federal library in Washington, DC. The Inspector will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of physical processing and cataloging of Monographs, Serials, and other item types. This position requires a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in library technical services.

Responsibilities

• Conducting quality control reviews on processed library materials to ensure accuracy.
• Verifying physical processing of items and ensuring correct placement of labels, barcodes, and other identifying features.
• Reviewing Item, Holdings, and Bibliographic records in an online catalog system to identify and correct errors.
• Ensuring compliance with established library processing and cataloging standards.
• Reviewing at least 25 items per hour with a high rate of accuracy.
• Compiling and analyzing data using Excel for statistical and tracking purposes.
• Providing constructive feedback on errors and inconsistencies to improve workflow efficiency.
• Working with materials in multiple languages, ensuring sufficient quality control.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in a library, preferably in Technical Services.
• Familiarity with Technical Services procedures, online catalogs, MARC records, and basic cataloging processes.
• Experience reviewing completed work and providing quality assurance feedback.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high accuracy standards.
• Proficiency in Excel for compiling statistics and data tracking.
• Ability to meet production quotas and strict deadlines.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

 Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Library Science (MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move around within the facility and handle delicate library materials.
• Capable of lifting, pushing, pulling, holding, or carrying materials up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, climb, and retrieve books as needed.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods and maintain focus on detailed tasks, including reviewing records on a computer screen.

If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to a high-quality library project, we encourage you to apply!

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.