Archives Assistant

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Work Experience:

Entry-Level (Foundational)

Work Experience Description:

Suitable for students with basic foundational knowledge and little to no practical experience, ideal for freshmen or sophomores who have completed only introductory courses.

Job Summary

Assists University Archivist in information services: answers questions regarding available manuscripts, photos, documents, and artifacts in the University Archives.  Further assists with the processing materials in the University Archives, helps with patron research requests using materials in the Archives, and assists with digitization and other assigned projects.

This position starts at the start on or before SPRING 2025 .

Primary Responsibilities

• Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, library catalogs, and automated information systems.
• Performs routine cataloging and coding of library materials, arranges and maintains periodicals, prepares volumes for binding, handles interlibrary loan requests, prepares invoices, retrieves information from databases, and supervises support staff.
•  Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
• Answer routine inquiries and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
• Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned and file catalog cards according to system used.
• Ability to work on one project for an extended period of time
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Basic to intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Adobe suite, Database programs)
• Keen attention to detail
• Dedication to following specific procedures

Application requirements

Applicants, please complete Workday application AND create and email a short video of the following to [email protected]  :
•    Introduce yourself (name, hometown, major, date of graduation)
•    Stating why you feel you would be a good fit for work in the BYUH Archives
•    Describe yourself as a worker, including your most positive aspects
•    Identify challenges you have experienced being a worker, and describe your strategy to overcome these challenges
•    What are your career goals for after graduation? 
 

Education

Lower Division Courses Completed

Work Experience

3 Months of Directly Relevant Experience

Prior work in library, archives, history, research, IT, or stock/inventory preferred

Physical Demands

Typical office environment
Candidates must also be able to lift 40 pounds

Base Rate Per Hour:

14.00