Special Collections Processing Temp, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA

Posted July 26, 2016

The Processing Temp is needed to contribute to the department’s ongoing collection management activities, including the accessioning of new archival and manuscript collections and providing general support for the processing of collections. The Processing Temp will handle routine tasks such as creating inventories, reboxing materials, and preparing collections for offsite storage. 

Job Duties:

Baker Library Special Collections seeks a responsible and detail-oriented Processing Temp to provide general support for the accessioning, processing, and cataloging of archival and manuscript collections at Baker Library. Duties include creating inventories, refoldering and rehousing materials, and assisting in the preparation of collections for public access.

Skills, experience, credentials needed:

Required: BA/BS or equivalent. Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications and strong attention to detail essential, including legible handwriting. Excellent communications skills and ability to be collaborative and work under supervision. Basic knowledge of nationally-accepted standards and best practices for archival processing and description. Familiarity with accepted conservation and preservation methods applied to archival and manuscript collections and sensitivity to proper care and handling of special collections. Must be able to regularly lift 40 lbs.

Preferred: Current enrollment in a library science program from an ALA-accredited academic program. Demonstrated experience with library information systems and familiarity with creating finding aids using Encoded Archival Description (EAD).

15 hours week/$15/hour.  Must be worked between 9 am – 5 pm Monday -Friday. 

To apply please send resume and cover letter to Mary Samouelian ([email protected]). No phone calls please.