Golisano Outreach Archives Assistant

Rochester Institute of Technology•Rochester, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Marie Golisano Graham Outreach Archives Assistant Fellowship position supports public-facing initiatives that engage the RIT community with the B. Thomas Golisano collection in RIT Archives. This position will be working for an eighteen-month project term under the guidance of the Innovation & Engagement Archivist. Recent graduates of Library and Information Science, Museum Studies, Public History or related degree programs will have a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between pursuing advanced study or entering the workforce; and gain intensive hands-on experience in archival outreach, student-centered advocacy within university environments, curation, and living donor relations under professional mentorship. The B. Thomas Golisano collection was donated to RIT Archives by his sister Marie Golisano Graham in 2015, and spans Golisano’s personal and professional lives from 1965 to present. Since 2022, the collaborative partnership between RIT Archives and the Golisano Foundation has supported dynamic outreach initiatives with the B. Thomas Golisano collection, which continues to accrue as part of this living donor relationship.

Requirements

Knowledge of archival principles, practices, tools, and systems
Knowledge of management, preservation, and archival of for born-digital and digitized materials
Skill in appraising, processing, and describing archival collections
Skill in transferring content from legacy media for archival purposes
Ability to work as a part of a team
Ability to develop and maintain effective and positive working relationships
Bachelor's degree in related field
1 year of relevant experience
Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Develop physical and digital exhibits related to the B. Thomas Golisano collection.
Collaborate with RIT faculty to teach with and integrate Golisano collection materials into their classes.
Conduct oral history projects that enhance collection interpretations and profile individuals related to the life and legacy of B. Thomas Golisano.
Coordinate logistics for events and public programs related to the Golisano collection.
Communicate in collaborative partnership with the Golisano Foundation to support Fellowship goals.
Contribute to the creation of digital content that increases accessibility and engagement with the Golisano collection.
Provide general support and perform shared responsibilities within RIT Archives; including: assisting with reference requests; project-based work; attending department meetings; updating, planning, and/or establishing departmental policies and workflows.
Monitors, organizes, and maintains library stacks to ensure accurate shelving, accessibility, and preservation of materials
Assists with collection assessment projects, identifies duplicate items, and coordinates removal or relocation as needed
Processes incoming donations and transfers by creating accession records, labeling materials, and ensuring proper documentation
Updates and manages collection management systems, tracking the location, condition, and status of archival and library holdings
Prepares materials for exhibitions, displays, and external loans under supervision.
Assists in installation and deinstallation of exhibits, event setup, and public program logistics
Participates in library committees, working groups, and outreach initiatives.
Helps during tours, instructional sessions, or community engagement programs to promote awareness of archives and special collections
Other duties as assigned