Temporary Graduate Archives Assistant, Bentley University, Waltham, MA

The Bentley University Archives is seeking a temporary, part-time assistant to work with the Project Archivist on a variety of processing tasks. Many activities will revolve around Bentley’s upcoming 100th anniversary, which has brought a number of diverse projects to the Archives. Primarily, the Assistant will be responsible for physical processing of collections and the creation of collection-level records to facilitate access. Other activities will include assisting with exhibit prep, completing reference requests, re-housing materials, and creating database records for various archival holdings. Since this is a small department, the Assistant will gain plenty of hands-on experience and will be involved in high-level decision making. The assistant should be highly organized, self-motivated, and have an affinity for multi-tasking. This position is ideal for a current student who has already completed significant coursework, or a recent graduate seeking a transitional position. 

HOURS: Flexible schedule, 20 hours per week, to be completed between 8:00am-5:00pm M-F.

COMPENSATION: $15/hr, no other benefits

DATES: Start date flexible, term will be approximately 6 months

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process physical collections using MPLP standards, and create collection-level records
• Create metadata records for memorabilia and audio-visual materials
• Prepare photographs and metadata for online presentation
• Assist with research, development, and implementation of gallery exhibit
• Manage off-site storage requests and re-housing of collections
• Complete reference/research requests on an as-needed basis

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pursuing or recently completed MLS degree with Archives Management concentration
• Prior processing experience using MPLP, preferably on large collections
• Working knowledge of archival theory, arrangement and description, and metadata standards 
• Experience with Microsoft Office and data entry/records creation
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

If interested, please submit a resume and a one-page letter of interest to Jaimie Fritz, Project Archivist at [email protected] with the subject line “Graduate Assistant”. All documents should be sent as PDF or Microsoft Word attachments. No telephone inquiries, please. Interviews will begin immediately; applications accepted until position is filled. 

Bentley University is located in Waltham, MA. Free parking is available, and a private shuttle service operates free of charge between the Waltham campus and Harvard Square. Public transportation options also available. To learn more about the Bentley University Library, visit www.library.bentley.edu.