Job Information
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Graduate Assistant - Special Collections & Archives in Edinburg, Texas
Title Information
Assistantship TitleGraduate Assistant
Job Class Code10096
FLSAExempt
Minimum Qualifications
Must be admitted to a graduate degree program.
Must be in good academic standing
Be registered full-time for the respective semester – nine (9) semester credit hours during the fall semester, nine (9) semester credit hours during the spring semester, or three (3) semester credit hours during the summer session or be registered in the required number of semester credit hours to fulfill the only remaining requirements of the degree plan.
Position Information
Posting NumberA1139
Working TitleGraduate Assistant - Special Collections & Archives
LocationEdinburg, Texas
CollegeN/A
DepartmentUniversity Library
DivisionProvost - Academic Affairs
FTE.5
Scope of Job
Supports new and ongoing digital projects that highlight materials from Special Collections & Archives, including but not limited to online exhibits, primary source subject guides, and digital preservation.
Supports library staff with digital projects.
Digitizes physical and analog materials using a variety of methods, including scanning, photography, and conversion.
Reviews and determines the quality of digitized files, as well as the accuracy of metadata and bibliographic information and updates electronic records as necessary.
Sitting, typing, and using computer for extended periods of time.
Retrieving items from the multiple locations, which can involve bending, lifting, stacking, pushing, pulling, etc.
Pushing book carts loaded with heavy materials, such as books and archival boxes.
Job Location – University Library, Edinburg ( ELIBR 4.100)
Tentative Schedule – Monday–Friday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM or 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Hours per week – max. 20 hours/week or based on WS hours approval.
More information on Graduate Assistantships at UTRGV https://www.utrgv.edu/graduate/funding/assistantships/index.htm
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office 365, Internet browsers, and database searching.
Willingness to contribute to the team for project completion while working independently on specific project tasks.
Effective time management to maintain a high level of productivity.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
Commitment to carrying out detailed work accurately in compliance with established guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with and serve people of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Acrobat and Photoshop.
Experience using scanning or photography equipment.
Salary
Number of Vacancies1
Desired Start Date01/02/2025
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Open Date12/03/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/45307
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