FWS possible: Special Collections Instruction Student Assistant
About The Position
The Special Collections Instruction Assistant is a support position in the Albert & Shirley Small Special Collections Library. The student employee in this position will work closely with the Instruction Librarian/Archivist at Special Collections to prepare for class and group visits to the library. Primary responsibilities include creating request slips for materials and pulling and reshelving materials from the closed stacks for classes. Occasionally, the Instruction Assistant may advise on the selection of materials for classes and assist Special Collections staff in setting up materials.
Requirements
- Current UVA student eligible for student employment
- Frequent lifting (up to 40 pounds) of boxes and oversize items
- Routine use of ladders to retrieve and reshelve materials
- Keen attention to detail
- Manual dexterity for careful handling of fragile materials
- Ability to work between 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday
- Ability to work in an environment that is maintained below 65 degrees Fahrenheit to preserve the collections
- Excellent computer and communication skills
- Must submit a resume and a cover letter indicating interest in the position
- Must pass a criminal background check
Nice To Haves
- FWS eligibility preferred
Responsibilities
- Creating request slips for materials
- Pulling and reshelving materials from the closed stacks for classes
- Advising on the selection of materials for classes
- Assisting Special Collections staff in setting up materials
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
