Processing Assistant II, Historical Manuscripts & Archives
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Processing Assistant II, Historical Manuscripts & Archives.
Position Details
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
McCain Library and Archives
Position Type
Staff
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Salary Range
11.50 - 11.50
Pay Grade
N01
Posting Close Date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin two weeks after posting and will continue until position is filled. Please attach cover letter and transcripts to application packet.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The
University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Arranges and describes manuscript collections under the direction of the
Assistant Curator, Historical Manuscripts. Conducts research on
biography/history of donor/donating organization. Contributes, expertly searches and
retrieves records from several complex archival and library systems such as ArchivesSpace,
Preservica, LibApps, and Alma.
Communicates with donors as required. Provides reference service for patrons in
the Cleanth Brooks Reading room.
Primary
Job Duties and Responsibilities
in accordance with accepted archival principles of provenance and original
order. Develops processing plan in collaboration with the Assistant
Curator. Identifies and maintains record series. Imposes order as needed.
Identifies and sequesters confidential materials in the manuscript
collections to ensure that access restriction procedures are followed;
weeds non-record materials; separates and intellectually links resolves
routine problems, identifies and refer complex problems to supervisor. Compiles
monthly progress reports.
collections in accordance with accepted archival practice. Creates
objective, pertinent, and concise finding aids for the collections,
including traditional and online EAD-compliant finding aids utilizing
ArchivesSpace. Researches donor or donating organization to write
biographical or historical entries in finding aid. Communicates with
donors as appropriate to gather information on the collection.
service for patrons in the Cleanth Brooks Reading room. Records statistics in LibApps.
for patrons in the Cleanth Brooks Reading Room. Track orders for digital
images. Submit digitization requests to the Digital Lab. Obtain patron's
and curator's signatures on Intent to Publish form. Calculate payment
based on fee schedule. Invoice patron, accept payment, and submit invoice
with payment to Special Collections Specialist.
monitoring of the storage and conservation areas.
and other duties including but not limited to assisting in the shifting to
materials and with special events. Participates in University Library
committees and groups.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
degree of accuracy.
resources.Preferred Qualifications Master’s
degree in Library and Information Science or Bachelor’s degree in library and
information science with archival studies coursework or six months experience
in archives.
Knowledge
of local and Mississippi history.
Six
months’ experience in archives.
Familiarity
with archival descriptive standards such as MARC, EAD, DACS and Dublin Core.
Knowledge
of basic preservation measures.
Three
months’ experience interacting with public.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern
Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing
students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students
in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the
Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We
are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of
the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in
polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing
language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national
leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,
nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter
fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such
as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of
business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by
producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of
excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation
accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and
persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.
