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      "description": "<p>Description</p><p>LAC Federal is seeking an experienced Music Cataloger to support the a major research library in the cataloging and description of a unique collection of more than 1,700 historical sheet music titles. The collection includes published musical scores dating primarily from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, including rare and regionally significant materials related to Virginia, the American South, and the Confederacy. Working remotely, the Music Cataloger will perform original and copy cataloging using RDA, MARC21, Library of Congress Classification (LCC), Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), and Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms (LCGFT). 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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.</p><p>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.&nbsp;</p><p>To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.&nbsp;</p><p>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.</p><p><br></p>",
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