Archival Processing Assistant
Archival Processing Assistant LOCATION
Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME
Archives & Special Collections - JM DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Head of Archives & Special Collections, the Archives Processing Assistant supports day-to-day operations of the Archives & Special Collections department by assisting with the arrangement, description, preservation, and provision of access to archival materials. This position plays a key role in ensuring the usability and integrity of the WPI's collections. JOB DESCRIPTION Tasks:
- Processes papers, photographs, memorabilia, and other items from collections using comprehensive processing plans that apply knowledge of best practices and archival standards
- Apply preservation best practices when handling, housing, and storing archival materials.
- Creates and maintains collection guides in ArchivesSpace
- Maintains effective workflows and documentation for Archives policies and procedures
Qualifications:
- An ALA-accredited master's degree in library and information science or archival program
- 1 or more years of experience processing archival materials in various formats
Physical Requirements:
- The physical demands of this position include lifting and carrying boxes up to 50 pounds, managing cartloads of material weighing up to 150 pounds, frequent standing, walking, climbing ladders, and bending to retrieve or reshelve collections.
- Manual dexterity is required to handle delicate archival materials carefully.
- Prolonged periods of examining documents and repetitive data entry tasks are also common.
Technical Requirements:
- Knowledge of archival and library management systems (ex. ArchivesSpace), and proficiency with computer technology (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, XML).
Compensation depends on experience but is up to $25.50.
United States of America (Non-Exempt) WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination. To apply, visit: About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more. Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace. jeid-40377a9f470b59449e70bf261642bd82
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