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University Archives Student Assistant

Penn State University
Huntsville, Alabama
Part time
2 weeks ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants .

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Eberly Family Special Collections Library is seeking applicants to fill an open Part-Time University Archives Assistant position. Working under the direction of the University Archivist, the Part -Time University Archives Assistant will assist Special Collections team members with efforts to support access to University history through research and outreach initiatives.

Job Duties:

  • Conduct research on the history of Penn State student activism using library catalog, archival finding aids, Aeon system, and other internal databases .

  • Review, update and/or create resources about University history topics, including research guides, web pages, and/or digital /physical exhibit s .

  • Support an active oral history program by reviewing and quality-controlling transcriptions of interviews.

  • Provide onsite public services support in Special Collections reading room.

Requirements and qualifications:

  • Organizational ability with attention to detail

  • Teamwork and collaboration

  • Flexibility

  • Clear communication skills with both written and verbal formats

  • Strong computer skills including k nowledge of Microsoft Office software suite

  • Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Preferred:

  • Experience working in a library or other similar setting

  • Familiarity with using special collections material (archives, manuscripts, rare books)

  • Skill and proficiency in an online research environment

  • Experience with web editing tools ( e.g. Wordpress )

  • Experience with scanning software

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.


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