WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY
WSU Libraries Student Assistant - Special Collections
WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY, Wichita, Kansas, United States, 67232
Department
WSU Libraries Special Collections
Campus Location
Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
Hire Type
Part Time
Pay
$10/hr
Work Schedule
20 hours a week within M-F 8:30am-5pm. Flexible based on class schedule
Export Compliance Requirement
No export control requirement.
Job Story
Special Collections is hiring a student assistant to help with the administration of archival and manuscript collections, and basic research tasks. Job Summary
A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms. Job Duties
Assist with administration of archival and manuscript collections, including organizing and processing unsorted materials. Create and update records in the digital collections management system (ArchivesSpace). Create scans or other digital reproductions of archival and manuscript material. Assist Special Collections patrons, both in person and via phone/email, including performing basic research. Reception desk and telephone duties. Other duties as needed. Required Education
High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University. Additional Requirements
Experience with historical research and historical writing. Basic personal computer knowledge (e.g. word processors, spreadsheets, email). Good communication skills, fluency in written and oral English. Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 30 pounds. Ability to work independently. Comfort with occasional exposure to dust and/or mold. Attention to detail. Required Experience
This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and preferences. Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
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Special Collections is hiring a student assistant to help with the administration of archival and manuscript collections, and basic research tasks. Job Summary
A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms. Job Duties
Assist with administration of archival and manuscript collections, including organizing and processing unsorted materials. Create and update records in the digital collections management system (ArchivesSpace). Create scans or other digital reproductions of archival and manuscript material. Assist Special Collections patrons, both in person and via phone/email, including performing basic research. Reception desk and telephone duties. Other duties as needed. Required Education
High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University. Additional Requirements
Experience with historical research and historical writing. Basic personal computer knowledge (e.g. word processors, spreadsheets, email). Good communication skills, fluency in written and oral English. Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 30 pounds. Ability to work independently. Comfort with occasional exposure to dust and/or mold. Attention to detail. Required Experience
This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and preferences. Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
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