Archives Assistant, Northeastern University, Boston, MA

Posted January 20, 2017

Full-time or near full-time (flexible) Archives Assistant.

A non-benefited position available until June, 2017 with the possibility of extension.  

The Northeastern University Libraries’ University Archives and Special Collections (UASC) seeks a full-time or nearly full-time (flexible), non-benefitted position working with for the Head of Special Collections and University Archivist and the UASC team on several key projects.  Projects include:

• ArchivesSpace implementation, including a MARC record transformation project
• Assistance with planning and implementing large-scale library move and renovation projects
• Assistance with digitized collection management and outreach projects
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Proven strength in administrative and organizational skills, including ability to multi-task, set priorities, and manage competing priorities. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and oral.  Demonstrated project management and project completion skills.   

Completion of one or more classes in an ALA-accredited academic program and/or M.A. program that includes working with rare, fragile, and/or historically significant collections. Cataloging experience, a plus.  Flexibility, versatility, and tolerance for change are essential, as is the ability to both work independently and collaborate in team environments. Must be able to move and lift heavy cartons up to 40 pounds and spend significant time at a keyboard.

Compensation: $20/hour

Please send resume and cover letter to Giordana Mecagni, [email protected]