Student Archival Assistant - University Libraries

Bowling Green State University • Main Campus (BG), OH

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About The Position

Provides reference, research, and collection processing support for archives staff and patrons. The role includes retrieving and reshelving archival materials, responding to research requests, scanning images and photocopying materials, processing manuscript collections according to a supervisor’s instructions or a manual, and assisting with university records management. The assistant may also enter holdings data into a computer and train others to use digital imaging equipment and software. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Concentration and strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.
• Desire to learn new skills on the job.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and reshelve archival materials for patrons.
• Work on research requests.
• Scan images and photocopy materials for patrons and staff.
• Process manuscript collections in accordance with supervisor instructions and/or a manual.
• Assist with university records management activities.
• Input data on holdings into a computer, as needed.
• Train others in the operation of digital imaging equipment and software, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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