Processing Specialist
Dartmouth College

Posting date:

04/24/2024

Yes

0095201

Processing Specialist

Library, Rauner Special Collections

$21.50

$24.50

DCLWU

Not an SEIU Position

Non-Exempt

Regular Full Time

12

37.5

Hanover, NH
Webster 009

Onsite only

No

N/A

No

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Archivist for Collections, processes new accessions and reprocesses existing collections in all formats to appropriate levels for improved access to archival and manuscript materials. Works within existing systems to input descriptions and other metadata for born digital and digitized collections and assists with the ingest of digital collections.

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

· Strong organizational skills.· Experience with or ability to learn database applications.· Excellent oral and written communication skills.· Ability to work discreetly with sensitive or confidential materials.· Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

· Experience working with rare or fragile materials.· Two years library experience

Joshua Lascell

Joshua.A.Lascell@dartmouth.edu

Joshua Lascell, Assistant Archivist for Collections

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Not an essential function

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In consultation with the Assistant Archivist for Collections, performs background research using standard bibliographic materials as well as primary sources to identify biographical information on individuals or historical information of relevance to the collections. In consultation with the supervising archivist identify the intellectual order of materials, establish physical and/or digital order of materials within collections, and arrange materials for long-term storage and use within physical and digital repositories. Prepares intellectual description of archival and manuscript materials for review by supervising archivist.

70%

Hires and trains, student workers on processing procedures and supervises their work on processing projects.

10%

Provides reference service in the Special Collections reading room on a regular basis to a diverse community of users, with primary focus on the research and instructional needs of the Dartmouth community.

10%

In consultation with the supervising archivist, identify physical or digital preservation issues within records.

5%

Actively engages in ongoing professional development to stay current with trends and issues affecting this position's duties and for professional growth in new areas of need and interest.

5%

Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

Performs other duties as assigned