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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
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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 .
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