Circulation/Archival Processing Assistant
About the role
The undergraduate student assistant will retrieve and reshelve archival materials at the Administrative Services Annex (ASX) on Sullivan Drive, Special Collections’ primary storage facility. This work will require frequent heavy lifting of materials up to 40 lbs. They will pack materials for transit and update records as needed in an online tool. They may also process archival collections; this work may involve sorting papers, photographs, or other archival materials into chronological or alphabetical order, labeling folders, or keying in container lists and box labels. They will also assist in performing inventories and other collection management tasks.
Responsibilities
- Retrieve and reshelve archival materials at the Administrative Services Annex (ASX) on Sullivan Drive, Special Collections’ primary storage facility.
- Perform frequent heavy lifting of materials up to 40 lbs.
- Pack materials for transit and update records as needed in an online tool.
- Process archival collections, which may involve sorting papers, photographs, or other archival materials into chronological or alphabetical order, labeling folders, or keying in container lists and box labels.
- Assist in performing inventories and other collection management tasks.
Requirements
Undergraduate status; no prior experience necessary.
Skills
- Punctuality and reliability.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and climb ladders to retrieve materials.
- Ability to work carefully with fragile materials.
- Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and pay attention to detail.
Benefits
- Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
- Enhance your career with LEAD courses
- Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free
- Childcare discounts
- Wellness & Recreation Membership
- Wellness Programs aimed at building a thriving Wolfpack community
Pay
$12/hour
Schedule
Undergraduate shifts will be between 9 am and 4 pm, Monday–Friday; shifts are split according to student schedules and availability.