Title: Special Collections & University Archives (SCUA) Student Assistant

VP Area: Provost - UMW

Department: Library

Campus Location: Simpson Library

Advertised Range: $12.41 per hour

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Special Collections & University Archives (SCUA) Student Assistant position involves working 8 to 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Duties include assisting with research questions, organizing rare book storage, maintaining archives, and digitizing materials using Adobe Suite and Microsoft 365. Preferred qualifications include experience in customer service and an interest in archival or library services. Minimum qualifications include strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a minimum GPA of 2.0. This role offers hands-on experience in archival work and the opportunity to develop research and organizational skills in a supportive environment.

Required Experience:

No required experience but preferred experience working the public, customer services, food service, or retail

Additional Considerations:

• Preferred Qualifications:
o Have a desire to explore the career path related to working in archival or library services
o Comfortable learning new technologies

The University of Mary Washington is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.