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Processing Assistant, New England Historic Genealogical Society, Boston, MA

Posted November 1, 2019

The R. Stanton Avery Special Collections at the New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS) has an opening for a part-time processing assistant to support the processing and cataloging activities of our three archivists. Common tasks will include re-foldering, labeling, arranging files, creating folder lists, completing basic conservation tasks, identifying LCSH headings, and assisting with the creation of MARC records. 

 

Qualifications

Education and Experience: 

  • Completion of LIS 438 and 440 or similar introductory archives coursework

  • Demonstrated knowledge of archival principles and practices, particularly those relating to the processing of a manuscript collection

  • Knowledge of archival content metadata standards and current practice in archival arrangement and description including DACS (Describing Archives: A Content Standard)

  • Understanding of proper care and handling of special collections

  • Work experience processing manuscript collections

Skills: 

  • Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are required

  • Strong organizational and analytical skills 

  • Close attention to detail

  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment

  • Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds 

Compensation

28 hours per week at $20 per hour

 

To Apply

Please email resume and compelling cover letter to Timothy Salls ([email protected]), Manager of Manuscript Collections. Review of applications begins immediately.

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