SE Rare Books & Archives Assistant

University of Richmond

3d • Onsite

About The Position

BAARB student assistants help in the preservation and care of Boatwright Library's distinctive collections in the Galvin Rare Book Room and Archives by working with rare books and historical manuscript materials. This work may include processing and filing collections, data entry, transcription of historical materials, shelving items, and assisting with research requests.

Requirements

• Accurate, detail oriented with dependable work habits.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexible and able to multi-task.
• Knowledge of MS Word, basic computer skills
• Works individually with little supervision.
• Works hours are Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
• Computer skills
• Familiarity with library call numbers and shelving organization
• Ability to perform moderately complex tasks requiring training
• Attention to detail and accurate work
• Ability to be flexible with duties assigned
• Moderate to high decision-making ability
• Moderate to high initiative
• High accountability in all phases of assigned duties
• Work is performed within established procedures and policies and under supervision
• Non-routine problems and decisions referred to supervisor
• An ideal candidate needs to be able to work independently with a minimum amount of direction and be able to prioritize tasks.
• They need to exercise good judgment and know when to ask questions of staff before making decisions.

Responsibilities

• Process gift book donations for review and possible retention, and creates bibliographies of donated materials.
• Provide data entry of collection information and related metadata.
• Process collections of historical materials, following guidelines, directions, and best practices in handling items.
• Help with inventories, shelf reading, identifying preservation concerns, and preparing materials for exhibits.
• May assist with transcribing historical materials.
• May provide research assistance as needed for internal and/or external requests.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed