Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202300171STitle Library Assistant II - Special Collections FLSA status Non-Exempt Hiring Salary
This position is a pay grade 2. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https: // pa- hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf
Occupational Category Clerical Department Newton Gresham Library Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 05/12/2023 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement
Associate degree or sixty college hours required. Library experience would be helpful. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Lead metadata entry position for Special Collections projects that have been digitized by the SHSU Digital Initiatives Department using Dublin CORE metadata schema. Provides support to Special Collections Librarian and Special Collections Associate in reference services for the department. Daily job duties consist primarily of metadata entry for digital projects, processing and description of archival materials, reading room and collections supervision, and working with the researching public.
Primary Responsibilities
Other Specifications
Position spends 75% of time in detailed preservation, processing and description of archival materials and 25% of time in working with the researching public. Normally will be involved in routine contacts with faculty, staff, students, and other patrons and some important contacts with other universities. Ability to deal effectively in contacts with people is necessary. Working conditions are normally in a semi-private or general working area of the library with little or no disagreeable conditions. Ability to operate general office machines and familiarity with Windows type computer applications is needed. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pound boxes; load and push book trucks; and shelve books. May require the ability to type.
Work schedules are generally 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. However, work schedules may vary according to library needs which include evening work and weekends. Some positions are scheduled exclusively for evening and weekend work.
Up to 20% of this position, over the fiscal year during off-peak periods, may be performed remotely as determined by the supervisor.
Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https: // shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/35004
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EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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