PCL Map Collection Sr. Student Associate (open to work-study and non-work-study)
Positions Available: 1
Position Title: PCL Maps Collection Student Associate
Department: Maps Collection, UT Libraries
Supervisor: Katherine Strickland
Assist with daily maintenance of the physical map collection and work on special projects.
The University of Texas Libraries welcomes and respects all individuals and communities by valuing and consciously maintaining awareness of diverse perspectives and experiences. We believe inclusivity is critical to fostering excellence in all our endeavors, and we promote diversity in our collections and services, as well as in our recruiting, hiring, and retention practices.
Position is subject to renewal each semester.
Work Schedule: Flexible during open hours (M-T 9:00am – 8:45pm, F 9:00am, possibly weekends); one shift a week while supervisor is present is required.
Duties:
Daily maintenance:
- Filing maps and check drawer organization
- Shelving atlases, travel guides, and cartographic reference books
- Stamp, label, and scan recently added maps
- Withdrawing superseded maps
- Catalog maintenance preparation
- Pick up and count materials used in the Map Room
- Assist patrons when possible
Special projects:
- Shift materials and relabel drawers
- Reorganize and relabel the Map Room atlas section
- Update signage and finding aides
- Sort and inventory map gifts
- Update and check the catalog
- Map workroom organization
Required Qualifications: Currently-enrolled student at UT Austin
- Familiarity with the office equipment
- Computer proficiency.
- Excellent communication skills and detail oriented.
- Willingness to tackle new projects.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience using spreadsheets (Excel, Google sheets) and document software (Word, Google doc)
Research indicates that applicants with marginalized identities are hesitant to apply for positions if they do not meet all the required and preferred qualifications. We want to emphasize that although experience in certain areas is desirable, candidates who meet the required qualifications and demonstrate excellent promise are encouraged to apply and will be given serious consideration, especially those who are underrepresented in this field.
Working Conditions: Regular indoor working conditions.
Rate of Pay: $9.40/hour
Applicant Instructions: Applicants should apply with a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references here. Please indicate that you are interested in the PCL Maps Unit on the final page.
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.