The University of New Brunswick Fredericton welcomes applications for the position of Library Assistant PL5 (Archives & Special Collections) with UNB Libraries. This is a continuing, full-time (36.25 hours per week) position with the SALAC employee group. The position is funded by the University Budget with a salary range of $22.02 - $26.05 per hour.
Under the supervision of the Manager of Archives & Special Collections (A&SC), this position is responsible for providing in-depth and on-site reference service to a wide variety of researchers which include local, national, and international, academic, and non-academic researchers. This position may also be responsible for Implementing processing plans for a variety of A&SC material.
Position Summary:
- Staff the Reference Desk for a minimum of 25 hours per week. Be on call for Microforms assistance as required.
- Respond to patron reference queries and assist researchers at the reference/information desk. Conduct reference interviews, identify relevant collections, and provide access to the collections as requested by the researcher.
- Research, analyze, and correlate data to answer complex research questions.
- Administer fee payments, where relevant and required.
- Provide training to patrons on the use of archives and related equipment, such as microfilm readers.
- List donations or transfers of material for any collection when required.
- Assist Manager, Faculty, and Head with donor relations and acquisitions where appropriateDevelop/populate the Archives' online catalogue (Archivera), including digitization of materials.
- Create, edit and digitize content for A&SC's online access portals (e.g.Wiki).
- Provide support for instruction and for visiting class groups and individuals when required.
- Assist Manager with moving and storage and Identify issues with storage and environment. Identify relevant material requiring conservation services in consultation with Archivist or Manager.
- Assist with hiring, training and supervision of staff and student employees.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements/Skills:
- University degree in a relevant field or archives, museum or library technical diploma is required. 2 years' experience in an academic setting. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
- Knowledge of the functional areas of archival work and providing reference services to these records.
- Experience in providing reference services. digitization of archival records, common software packages (Word, Excel), data entry, and using catalogues and finding aids. Supervisory and administrative experience are preferred.
- Exceptional public service and time management skills. Ability to work in a team and independently.
- May be required to work evenings and weekends.
Closing date for applications is October 12, 2022 at 4:30 PM. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
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