Open Position

Special Collections and Archives Processing Specialist

Job no: 506633
Work type: Staff
Location: Pomona
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time
Type of Appointment: Full-time, probationary
Collective Bargaining Unit: CSUEU Unit 9
Classification: Library Services Specialist III
Classification Salary Range: $3,528 to $6,505 per month
Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,528 to $4,421 per month
Work hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., unless otherwise notified.
Recruitment Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Position Description:

The University Library is seeking a full-time Special Collections and Archives Processing Specialist. Under general supervision, the Special Collections and Archives Processing Specialist plays a leading role in the day-to-day operations of the Special Collections and Archives unit. This includes working collaboratively and efficiently as part of the Special Collections and Archives team to ensure the units mission, goals, and objectives are met in a timely manner.

This position has two primary duties 1. Collection management/archival processing and 2. public service. In regards to collection management/archival processing the Special Collections and Archives Processing Specialist leads efforts to enhance access to the unit's physical and digital archival materials by accessioning materials, processing various archival collections and digitizing collection content utilizing the unit's archival management systems (ArchivesSpace and Preservica). In regards to public service, the Special Collections and Archives Processing Specialist participates in reference, instruction, public programming, outreach, social media efforts, exhibition design, and tracking usage statistics in appropriate databases.

The Special Collections and Archives Processing Specialist also participates in other department activities as needed, including grant-writing, digital humanities initiatives, oral histories, and donor relations.

Requirements:

In addition to filling out the online application, candidates are also asked to upload a resume, a cover letter addressing qualifications, and a writing sample (preferably a finding aid).

Candidates are encouraged to get their applications in early.

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