Special Collections Student Assistant – Special and Area Studies Collections Position Available In Alachua, Florida
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Job Description
Special Collections Student Assistant – Special and Area Studies Collections University of Florida – 4.2 Gainesville, FL Job Details $13.50 an hour 3 days ago Qualifications Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Entry level Full Job Description Job Duties Work at the main desk in the Grand Reading Room. Register patrons and make them aware of rules. Provide a secure presence at the desk to ensure protection and security of materials. Provide patrons with reference assistance Shelve and organize materials in the library Keep sections in order by checking the call numbers, straightening the shelves, reporting problems Retrieve requested items for patrons Assist patrons with computers and scanners Work with unique and invaluable manuscript materials by sorting, refoldering, and reboxing items Create folder lists using Microsoft Word, Excel, or other computer programs Perform tasks and projects as assigned by archivists and curators Complete scanning projects as needed Occasionally conduct research by looking through documents and books Help maintain library environment by ensuring that the No Food/Drink policy is observed Additional Information If hired, you will need your original Social Security card to present to Human Resources. Applicants should provide proof of FWS award for Summer 2025 Freshmen & sophomores who will consider working for duration of their academic tenure are preferred, but others who are able to make a long-term commitment to the unit will be considered.
Expected Salary:
$13.50/hour
Required Qualifications:
Ability to work courteously and effectively with others Ability to work with attention to detail Ability to follow both written and spoken instructions and procedures Ability to manage time and commitments including scheduled work hours Fulfill the requirements to continue on the Federal Work Study program
Preferred:
Ability to lift 25 pound boxes and stand on stools and ladders Previous experience in any library setting Good database and web searching skills Ability to work independently once trained Special Instructions to
Applicants:
An online application AND a paper application must be submitted.
Complete online application at http:
//explore.jobs.ufl.edu/ . The SASC paper application is available at the SASC desk in the Grand Reading Room, 2nd floor of Smathers Library. Return the paper application with your class schedule and Federal Work Study (FWS) award page to SASC staff. If you cannot pick-up a paper application right away, please email for a PDF copy.
Health Assessment Required:
No