Archives Assistant
University of Maine at Fort Kent, Fort Kent Mills, ME, United States
Statement of the Job
The University of Maine at Fort Kent is seeking to hire an Archives Assistant. This is a part-time, temporary position at 20 hours a week. The role supports the Acadian Archives by providing front‑line visitor services, assisting patrons with research, supporting public events and digitization projects. Pay is $18.13 per hour.
Essential Duties
Provide support in daily operations of the Archives including scheduling, telephone screening, greeting visitors and patrons.
Assist patrons with research in history, culture, genealogy and related subjects.
Conduct tours for visitors and guests.
Assist with organization of public events.
Respond to digital inquiries sent to office email.
Support preservation of collections through digitization projects.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent customer service skills.
Attention to detail.
Problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
Strong computer skills.
Fluency in French will be considered an asset.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. At least one year of customer service experience.
Reporting Relationship
Director of the Acadian Archives / Archives Acadiennes.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Maine System is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469‑5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator. The University of Maine System also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
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The University of Maine at Fort Kent is seeking to hire an Archives Assistant. This is a part-time, temporary position at 20 hours a week. The role supports the Acadian Archives by providing front‑line visitor services, assisting patrons with research, supporting public events and digitization projects. Pay is $18.13 per hour.
Essential Duties
Provide support in daily operations of the Archives including scheduling, telephone screening, greeting visitors and patrons.
Assist patrons with research in history, culture, genealogy and related subjects.
Conduct tours for visitors and guests.
Assist with organization of public events.
Respond to digital inquiries sent to office email.
Support preservation of collections through digitization projects.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent customer service skills.
Attention to detail.
Problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
Strong computer skills.
Fluency in French will be considered an asset.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. At least one year of customer service experience.
Reporting Relationship
Director of the Acadian Archives / Archives Acadiennes.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Maine System is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469‑5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator. The University of Maine System also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
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