Library Assistant II (Full-Time)-Special Collections & Archives

• Position Type: Regular

Job Number: SA47224

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Non-Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range: $20.19 -$22.11

Pay Range Information

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Job Description Summary

The Library Assistant II participates in the daily operation and projects of the Special Collections and Archives Department of Leatherby Libraries. Job duties include but are not limited to: Accession incoming materials, file deposited material in the appropriate collection, assist with displays and exhibits, page and re-shelve materials. Also assist with monitoring the Reading Room and patron requests. Assist in training and provide guidance to student workers.

Responsibilities

**Special Collections and Archives:**Accession, arrange, and describe archival records - prioritizing large collections - in accordance with accepted archival standards. Identify and coordinate preservation and reformatting needs. Create and publish finding aids in ArchivesSpace.

• Assist in the appraisal of materials during pre-transfer, accessioning, and processing. Assist with the intake of new collections by surveying and packing donations, as needed.
• Assist with the curation of displays and exhibits in Special Collections. Assist in the maintenance of the permanent Special Collections displays throughout the library.
• Page and re-shelve books and other materials as needed. File deposited materials in the University Archives or Special Collections.Reading Room:
• Assist researchers using Special Collections & Archives materials and help monitor the Reading room.
• Help ensure that researchers comply with reading room rules and safeguard library materials.
• Assist with patron duplication and reference requests.Miscellaneous Duties:
• Assist with the mending of library materials and the construction of special containers for Special Collections & Archives materials.
• Assist in training and provide guidance to student workers.
• Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications
• Minimum of 12 months of library experience, two years of college education or equivalent combination of experience/education.
• Experience using computers, web applications, email, and the Internet.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work autonomously without direct supervision.
• Ability to prioritize a fluctuating workload and carry out duties to meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail; excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent written, verbal and personal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a diverse group of individuals at several different organizational levels; ability to work effectively as part of a team.Desired Qualifications
• Supervisory experience working with students.Special Instructions to Applicants

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University can be found at www.chapman.edu/diversity.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.