Collections Project Assistant Archivist

The Collections Project Assistant Archivist assists with special underground comix collection project; organizes cataloged, uncatalogued and duplicate materials; and provides support with ongoing efforts to assess and acquire print materials. Position reports to Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum (BICLM) Public Services Associate Manager.

Consistently demonstrate commitment to our values and promotes an organizational culture of Discovery, Connection, Integrity, and Stewardship (https://library.osu.edu/strategic-directions) as well as dedication to advance the work of the Special Collections and Area Studies unit. All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Arts or humanities or other related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 2-years’ experience with special collections and rare books or equivalent library experience.
• Demonstrated experience with Sierra or similar library catalog system, MARC Catalog records, MS Word, MS Excel and MS Teams.
• Thorough knowledge of Special Collections materials handling.
• Demonstrated experience in organizing materials according to Library of Congress Call Number order.
• Demonstrated skills in project management and library collections organization.
• Must be willing to work with possible moldy or pest-infested items and use personal protection equipment (PPE).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skills, including complex problem solving.
• Punctual, flexible, and dependable.
• Ability to work effectively and creatively in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to perform tasks accurately with close attention to detail.
• Ability to work with mature content.
• Must be able to work in temperatures of 62 degrees Fahrenheit and lift 40 lbs. and push carts weighing up to 80 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Desired:

• Two to four years of experience with special collections of rare books or equivalent library experience.
• Ability to work successfully with others and to communicate complex matters to diverse audiences in an effective manner.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and flexible; creativity in analyzing and solving problems.
• Knowledge of or interest in comics and cartoon history.
• An interest in and familiarity with the history of American popular culture, especially as it relates to cartoon art.
• Demonstrated professional knowledge and experience with Underground Comix.

This is a term position lasting up to 18-months. This position is expected to work on-site on the Columbus campus.

Posting Range

The posting range for this job is $47,200-$50,000.

Function: Library and Museum

Subfunction: Archives

Career Band: Individual Contributor – Specialized

Career Level: S2

Please submit cover letter and resume with online application.

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