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Job Title General Archives Student Assistant Requisition Number DU13032 Department Name 88000:LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $13.00-$13.00 Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education Must be currently enrolled as a student at UK. Required Related Experience none Required License/Registration/Certification none Physical Requirements Sitting for periods of time working on the computer. Able to lift objects 10-20 lbs. Shift 10-15 hours a week, day shift, Monday-Friday Job Summary The archives student assistant is responsible for arranging and describing historic materials – including documents and photographs. Duties will include: inventorying records, evaluating items for preservation concerns, rehousing materials when necessary, entering information into a database or spreadsheet, and assisting in the development of finding aids. This position will focus primarily on a collection of slides that form part of the Claude Sullivan Papers held by UK University Archives. 




Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Attention to detail, legible printing, and filing skills. The student should have the ability to follow department procedures and policies and to work without close supervision. It is expected that the student assistant will maintain a regular work schedule. Must have respect for the intrinsic value of archival materials. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Basic computer proficiency with a working knowledge of Microsoft applications, Photoshop, scanning software and hardware, as well as an understanding of database management. Deadline to Apply 02/02/2025 Our University Community

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