Library Special Collections & Archives Student Associate (AY 26-27 900266)

Job description

Special Collections & Archives Associates support a variety of Special Collections tasks through the shelving and retrieval of materials, research and outreach assistance, data entry, scanning, library catalog maintenance, and archival finding aid creation. Student Associates get hands-on experience working with rare, fragile, and unique materials including archival and manuscript collections and rare books. This is a student Level B position paying $14.95 per hour. Core Responsibilities: - Retrieve, reshelve, shift, and track rare books and archival materials - Assist in the processing of archival collections by organizing and rehousing materials and contributing to online finding aids - Assist with general maintenance of rare book and archival collections by updating labels, inventories, and catalog records - Scan materials for patron requests using high-resolution flatbed scanners - Assist with research, preparation of exhibits, and social media outreach Requirements: - Keen attention to detail - Excellent organizational skills - Experience with Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel - Ability to work carefully with fragile, rare, and sensitive materials - Ability to work independentl...