What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Associate II - Archives Processing position at Trinity University?
Job Family Group:
StaffDepartment/Office:
Archives & Records (Abra Schnur)Time Type:
Full timeCompensation:
$18.98-$23.73Please note, starting salaries are based on factors including internal equity, relevant experience, and education.
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)Job Description:
Assists the University Archivist with the processing, inventory, and routine maintenance of university related material housed in Special Collections and Archives, part of Coates Library.JOB DUTIES
* Independently analyzes and processes archival collections, physically and intellectually arranging and describing archival materials in a variety of formats.
* Independently analyzes and organizes documentation into a subject classification filing system.
* Researches to create and completes accurate data entry of collection and item descriptions in content management systems.
* Assists with the accessioning of new archival materials, including appraisal and selecting, boxing, and moving records.
* Assists in conducting collection development analysis through inventory creation and preservation assessments.
* Works on special projects as assigned.
* Cooperates and collaborates with other employees in the spirit of teamwork and collegiality and interacts with confidence,
patience and integrity to provide professional leadership during emergencies.
* Complies with all Trinity University policies and guidelines.
* Performs other duties as required.
Required:
High School Diploma or GED.
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Degree hours toward a Master's in Library Science, Records Management, Museum Studies, or related field.
EXPERIENCE
Required:
Three years of experience working in a library, archives, museum, or similar setting. Education above what is minimally required may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Required:
Ability to use a computer, a printer, and required client or cloud based applications or systems.
Ability to work under pressure of deadlines.
Proficient in all phases of work performed.
Preferred:
Demonstrated practical knowledge of archival collections policies and procedures and general best practice. Familiarity with Description: A Content Standard (DACS) and Access to Memory and Preservica content management systems.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Required: None
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
All jobs require a current Criminal Background Check (CBC).
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in supervising student workers.
NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS
None
NUMBER OF INDIRECT REPORTS
None
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Reports to the University Archivist.
Specific and general instruction from supervisor, either verbally or in writing. Operates independently for most routine matters.
INTERACTION
Works alone
Works with others
Customer contact
Residents
Students
Alumni
COMPUTER SOFTWARE
Required:
Microsoft Office products to include Excel, Windows, Word and PowerPoint
Google Suite to include Office, Gmail, Drive and Calendar
Preferred:
Adobe Suite
Scanning software
EQUIPMENT
General office equipment
Scanning equipment
SECURITY SENSITIVE
Each member of the faculty, staff and student body is responsible for carrying out campus regulations, procedures and practices and
shall comply with federal, state and local laws related to security matters while on the campus or in the course of representing or
conducting University activities.
ATTENDANCE STANDARD
Maintaining and satisfying minimum attendance requirements are an essential requirement of this position, including working all full-
time regular hours as established by the supervisor in addition to any scheduled or emergency overtime.
INTERNAL CONTROLS
Applies to Supervisors (and above) and/or anyone with financial responsibilities. Within the scope of position duties, responsible for
seeing that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, reliable financial data is maintained, and applicable laws,
regulations, policies and procedures are complied with.
DECISION MAKING
Work is routine, consisting of repetitive operations. Requires independent and group decision making.
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY
No responsibility for budget, revenues and/or expenditure authority.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Lifting/carrying up to 40 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
General office environment
Dust and/or mold may be present
CHEMICAL EXPOSURE
None
Trinity University will post non-exempt staff positions for 5 business days and exempt staff positions for 10 business days. Faculty positions will remain open until filled. However, postings may be extended if a sufficient number of qualified applications has not been received. Trinity University also reserves the right to close the posting if a qualified applicant pool has been received.
Trinity University is an equal opportunity employer and as such provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any status protected by Federal, State, or Local Laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability and Veteran
Salary : $19 - $24
