Archives, Special Collections, and Digitization Assistant, La Salle University, Philadelphia PA

Posted July 5, 2014

Connelly Library is creating a new Archives and Digital Initiatives Department. This department will combine the functions of the University Archives and the former Media and Digital Services department to focus on acquiring, preserving, sharing, and promoting La Salle University’s history and scholarship in print and digital formats.

The Archives, Special Collections, and Digitization Assistant is a support staff position which assists on digitization projects and digital initiatives throughout Connelly Library.

Under the supervision of the Head of Archives and Digital Initiatives, the Archives, Special Collections, and Digitization Assistant’s primary job responsibilities include:

·  Digitizing materials from the University Archives and Special Collections in all analog formats and providing basic metadata

·  Responding to incoming research and digitization requests for the Archives and Digital Initiatives Department

·  Adding content to Digital Commons, the Library’s institutional repository

·  Assisting the Special Collections Librarian with mounting web exhibits in Digital Commons

·  Assisting the Special Collections Librarian with metadata quality evaluation across a number of digital platforms

·  Contributing to social media accounts for Connelly Library and the University Archives

·  Producing photo and video content to support Library instruction and outreach

Under the supervision of the Head of Archives and Digital Initiatives, the Archives, Special Collections, and Digitization Assistant’s secondary job responsibilities include:

·  Assisting with routine maintenance of Special Collections storage areas

·  Assisting with processing collections in the University Archives

·  Assisting with research, reference, and outreach in the University Archives

Hours: 8:30 AM-4:30 PM Monday-Friday with flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

·  High school diploma or equivalent.

·  Knowledge of scanning, digital photography, and digital video production.

·  Experience with Microsoft Office software.

·  Experience with Photoshop or other image editing software.

·  Experience with iMovie, Final Cut Pro, or other video editing software

·  Ability to learn new technology skills.

·  Attention to detail and care in handling rare and fragile items.

·  Basic web editing skills, including experience with HTML, CSS, and content management systems such as WordPress.

·  Good customer service and interpersonal communication skills.

Candidates must be also able to lift and reshelve boxes weighing up to 40 lb., using a ladder when necessary.

Preferred skills and experience

·  Bachelor’s degree.

·  Experience with social media sites in professional settings.

·  Experience with digitizing AV formats.

We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package, including tuition remission.

All candidates must provide a cover letter and resume (please include each document as a separate email attachment). Candidates who are selected for interviews will be asked to provide contact information for three professional references and samples of prior photography and video work.

Review of applications will begin on Monday, July 21 and will continue until the position is filled. Please email application materials to:

For more details on this position or to submit your cover letter, resume and other required information, please contact:
Rebecca Goldman, MLS
Head of Archives and Digital Initiatives
La Salle University
1900 West Olney Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141
[email protected]