Large Scale Digitization Project Assistant (TERM appointment until 09/03/2026)
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Google Project Manager or the Annex Administrative Supervisor, the Large Scale Digitization Project Assistant will be responsible for the preparation of outgoing and incoming shipments for a large digitization project. This project also involves meeting specific deadline dates. As a Large-Scale Digitization Project Assistant, you will work with: Materials housed in the Library Annex: Use of a variety of software on an iPad type of equipment and various software programs. Operation of Orderpicker/forklift to retrieve (outgoing) and refile (incoming) shipments. Materials housed in Campus Unit Libraries: Locate, retrieve, and process library materials for outgoing shipments. Check-in and reshelve materials for incoming shipments. You will assist in movement of library materials, supplies, and equipment involved in the large scale digitization project. The Large Scale Digitization Project Assistant job is physically demanding, requiring frequent management of heavy book carts over a variety of grades and surfaces. Large-Scale Digitization Project Assistants work on-site at the Library Annex located on Bookbank Drive (take Route 366 to Palm Rd, near the Cornell apple orchard). Core work hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 7:40AM to 4:00PM. This is a benefits-eligible term appointment (from point of hire) until 09/03/2026, with the possibility of extension dependent on project funding and positive performance.
Requirements
- A cover letter and resume outlining your interest and how your experience and goals align with the potential for mutual success in the role are required for consideration.
- High school Diploma and up to 2 years relevant experience or equivalent combination.
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people in a team environment.
- Aptitude for detailed and repetitive work; accuracy in recordkeeping.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Familiarity and ease with computer technology.
- Valid drivers license with a good driving record.
- Ability to pass a test for the forklift/orderpicker license. Training provided on site.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to safely manage heavy loads on wheels (800 lbs.) over a variety of grades.
- Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with academic libraries, Library or Congress call number system, large scale book movement
Responsibilities
- Preparation of outgoing and incoming shipments for a large digitization project.
- Use of a variety of software on an iPad type of equipment and various software programs.
- Operation of Orderpicker/forklift to retrieve (outgoing) and refile (incoming) shipments.
- Locate, retrieve, and process library materials for outgoing shipments.
- Check-in and reshelve materials for incoming shipments.
- Assist in movement of library materials, supplies, and equipment involved in the large scale digitization project.
- Frequent management of heavy book carts over a variety of grades and surfaces.
Benefits
- Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.
- Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands.
- Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.
- To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays.
- Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
