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JOB POSTING



Smith College Libraries
Archives Assistant, Sophia Smith Collection
(Limited-term)

The Sophia Smith Collection (SSC) of the Smith College Libraries seeks
an Archives Assistant to assist in making the collections accessible for
research by arranging, describing, preserving and cataloging manuscript
collections of personal papers and records of organizations.

Responsibilities: assist manuscripts processing staff in all aspects of
readying manuscript collections and organization of records for research
use including: accessioning, surveying, arranging, describing and
cataloging collections; identifying sensitive materials and items for
exhibits; complying with legal and ethical standards; researching the
historical context of collections; adding data to collections management
database; identifying preservation needs; general maintenance of
unprocessed materials; supervise student assistants; participate to
limited degree in reference service by responding in person, via
telephone and email to questions about specific collections processed;
operate as a full member of a team-based special collections
environment; back up other staff needs as necessary; perform related
duties as required.  This is a two-year, full-time, limited term
position that is scheduled to begin 6/1/02 and end 5/31/04.  Salary in
the low 20s, dependent on qualifications, and excellent benefits.

Qualifications: BA plus three months of full-time equivalent employment
or a combination of employment and internship processing manuscripts
collections in an archives or manuscripts repository; or one year of
related full-time employment in a library or records center; strong
organizational, analytical, writing, research, and interpersonal skills;
experience with word processing, database entry, ability to work
independently and as a member of a team; strong attention to detail;
ability to apply complex rules and procedures; and the ability to lift
and carry boxes of 35lbs. Degree in history, American Studies and some
familiarity with US women's history preferred; familiarity with InMagic
or another archival description database software a plus;

Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until position is
filled.  Forward a resume and cover letter to: Archives Assistant
Search, Smith College Libraries, Box 2160, 88A Alumnae Gym, Northampton,
MA  01063.  Smith College is an equal opportunity employer encouraging
excellence through diversity.

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