Special Collections & Area Research Center Assistant

Position Title

Special Collections & Area Research Center Assistant

About the role

Performs a wide range of complex library services that support the day-to-day operations of Murphy Library’s Special Collections and the Area Research Center (ARC), especially involving primary source materials and books that are rare, unique, and historically significant in nature.

Responsibilities

• Trips and responds to emails and reference questions
• Collaborates in the hiring, training, and managing of student employees
• Processes archival collections
• Serves as the point of contact for coordinating ARC Transfers
• Assists patrons from the campus and wider community
• Interprets policies and procedures to answer non-routine questions and resolve issues
• Uses designated library tools and software to fulfill the needs of the unit
• Consults with other units as needed and the Special Collections Librarian will serve as unit lead

Requirements

• The ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
• The normal work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma required
• Knowledge and experience in the use of computer software (Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs, IOS)
• Knowledge and experience in the use of email (Outlook) functions as well as e-calendars
• Effective oral and written communications
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• The ability to coordinate projects, work independently, and to independently set priorities to meet the demands of the unit
• Attention to detail, timelines, and deadlines, despite frequent interruptions
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and protocol in a library
• Ability to work effectively with people across multiple levels of the organization and the public
• Able to use discretion and good judgment regarding confidential information
• Willingness to maintain and enhance professional competencies by participating in professional development (workshops, webinars, training sessions) related to the unit

Skills

• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and protocol in an archival setting
• Knowledge of EAD coding to create digital finding aids
• Knowledge of handling fragile materials in an archival setting
• Knowledge of scanning 2D materials
• Knowledge in the use of Alma software

Benefits

• Paid vacation for 12-month positions
• Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage
• Paid holidays and paid sick days
• After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career

Pay

$18.00/hour

Schedule

Monday through Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Contact Information

Sean Hurtubise, shurtubise@uwlax.edu