Technology Reference Assistant (TRA), SLIS Technology, Simmons College, Boston, MA

Posted April 27, 2017

Attention tech-savvy types: SLIS Technology is immediately hiring Technology Reference Assistants (TRAs) for the Summer. This position is open to graduate and undergraduate students in LIS, Archives, Children’s Lit, and Computer Science.

SLIS Tech provides curricular technology support and services to SLIS students, faculty and staff in our technology spaces which include the Technology Lab, Collaboratory, Media Lab and Usability Lab.

We are looking for applicants who meet the following criteria:

• Are comfortable with Microsoft Office (or Open Office) suite and in at least one of the following:
  • HTML/CSS
  • Wikis and blogs (WordPress)
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Online databases
• Experience troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and enjoy problem-solving
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to provide group and one-on- one instruction as needed
• Interested in learning new software programs
• Enjoy working on a service-oriented, technically adept support team
• Able to start between May 15-June 12th, 2017 at $13/hour
• Available at least 5-10 hours per week (with a total maximum of 20 hours for any/all campus employment) depending on scheduling needs, for a minimum commitment of two semesters. Available shifts include days, evenings and weekends

For immediate consideration, please email a cover letter and current resume to [email protected] no later than Monday, May 8th. Feel free to stop by the Tech Lab (P-213) with any questions.