Library Assistant II - Special Collections & Archives Job at New River Community

Overview

Library Assistant II - Special Collections & Archives
Southeast Missouri State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500354
Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
Department: Kent Library
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Position Summary

The Library Assistant II works closely with other library faculty and staff to provide user services and manage collections. The Library Assistant II reports to the Special Collections & Archives Librarian.

Primary Responsibilities

Special Collections & Archives (SC&A) acquires, preserves, and makes accessible resources and research materials that document the history of southeast Missouri and Southeast Missouri State University. The unit is led by the Special Collections & Archives Librarian and also includes an Associate Archivist, as well as a graduate assistant and 3-5 student workers. This position focuses on supporting user discovery of, and access to, SC&A resources.

• Provide one-on-one information, collection, and other assistance to students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community patrons
• Participate in staffing the SC&A reference desk and interact with patrons in-person and via phone/email
• Create digital reproductions of materials for patrons
• Carry out and oversee data entry in SC&A collections management system
• Provide administrative support to SC&A, including supply inventory and file maintenance
• Manage archival materials shelving and collection maintenance processes
• Share in training and managing SC&A student employees
• Assist with physical and virtual exhibit creation, set-up and take-down
• Assist with SC&A events, collections acquisition, and tours of the unit

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma
• One year of related work experience
• Experience with, and an understanding of, excellent customer service
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully independently and as part of a team
• Evidence of excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new processes and tools
• Evidence of research experience
• Basic computer proficiency

Required Information & Deadline

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by November 07, 2025. The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

To Apply: Complete the online application by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page. You will need to submit the following for your application materials to be complete.

• Letter of interest addressing all position qualifications
• Current resume
• Names and contact information of three professional references

To apply, please visit the URL provided in the original posting.

Southeast Missouri State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action. In accordance with this commitment, and in compliance with the requirements of applicable laws, it is the policy of the University to provide equal opportunity for all applicants and employees in its employment practices, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. The University believes that a diverse University community advances the academic purposes of the University and enhances the working and learning environment.