Archives Assistant (part-time), Northeastern University Libraries, Boston, MA

Posted June 6, 2016

There is a vacancy (start date July 1st) for a part-time assistant in Northeastern University Libraries’ Archives and Special Collections Department. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining experience in an archives and special collections setting while attending graduate school.

Duties:

• Provide reference service to University Faculty, staff and students, and to outside researchers
• Refer reference questions to Assistant Archivist as necessary
• Page and re-shelve materials in Reading Room
• Assure security and proper use of materials
• Arrange and describe manuscript and archival material under the direction of the Assistant Archivist
• Create online finding aids and catalog records
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Enrollment in a graduate level archival or history degree program
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with computing applications in libraries
• Experience in or a demonstrated commitment to achieving and maintaining diversity in the workplace
• Ability and willingness to lift boxes weighing up to 40 lbs.

Salary: $14 per hour

Hours: 8-15 hours per week

To Apply:

Please send cover letter and resume to: Michelle Romero, Assistant Archivist, 92 Snell Library, Northeastern University, 360 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA  02115; (p) 617.373.7656; (f) 617.373.5409; [email protected]

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action Title IX employer. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.