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Smith College Libraries
Manuscripts Processor, Sophia Smith Collection
(Limited Term)

The Sophia Smith Collection (SSC) of the Smith College Libraries seeks
a Manuscripts Processor to arrange and describe manuscripts collections.


Responsibilities:  analyze diverse unprocessed collections of personal
papers and organization archives to identify categories and establish
logical groupings; research the historical context of collection; assess
research value of record series, and in consultation with Curator, set
appropriate processing levels for each series; write collection
inventories; identify preservation needs and oversee the work of student
assistants in preservation measures; identify sensitive materials in
collections and work with other professional staff to devise access
restrictions; may supervise work of Archives Assistant; participating 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 full-time, limited term position that is
scheduled to begin 6/01/02 and end 5/31/04.  Salary in the mid-20s,
dependent on qualifications, with excellent benefits.


Qualifications:  BA plus six months full-time equivalent experience
arranging collections and applying basic preservation techniques in an
archives or manuscripts repository; experience in writing finding aids
and preparing exhibitions; 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; experience supervising student assistants; strong verbal and
written communications skills; good word processing skills; experience
handling sensitive materials; and the ability to lift and carry boxes of
35 lbs.  Prefer degree in U.S. History, American Studies, or a related
field and familiarity with U S women's history.

Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until position is
filled.  Forward a cover letter, resume and names of three professional
references to: Sophia Smith Collection, Smith College, Box 2160, 88A
Alumnae Gym, Northampton, MA  01063.  Smith College is an equal
opportunity employer encouraging excellence through diversity.
www.smith.edu

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