The Project Archivist facilitates the access of the Workman Family Papers addendum material through organization, arrangement, and description according to established professional practices. The incumbent will develop and follow through a processing plan overseen by and designed in consultation with the supervisor of record, the Processing Archivist. This position is supported by gift monies. The term of the internship is projected to be one semester or 2 quarters, between 10-15 hours per week, not to exceed 19 hours per week.
Position-specific Responsibilities
- Arrange, describe, and process Workman collection according to archival standards and departmental guidelines. Develop processing plans and procedures in collaboration with the Processing Archivist.
- Prepare collection guides. Make collections available on the Online Archive of California via ArchivesSpace software.
- Maintain an established schedule of hours per week in Archives and Special Collections.
- Participate in a departmental program of preservation and conservation of materials through project work.
- Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Loyola Marymount University Expectations
Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.
Requisite Qualifications
- Current enrollment in a graduate program in Library/Information Sciences, with prior course work accomplished in archives or manuscript management; or related field or equivalent experience. Post-graduate interns with a Master’s degree in Library/Information Sciences from an ALA accredited program or related field or equivalent experience are welcome to apply.
- Demonstrated knowledge in the fundamentals of the organization and description of archival collections. The selected applicant should also have a basic understanding of XML, EAD, DACS.
- Exemplary communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to work effectively with others and to work independently with minimal instruction and supervision.
- Highly developed organizational skills and thorough attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience processing archival collections, either through internships or regular employment.
- Basic knowledge of publishing collection guides to the Online Archive of California
About the William H. Hannon Library
The William H. Hannon Library (http://library.lmu.edu) serves as the intellectual and cultural hub of the university. The Hannon Library was the recipient of the 2021 ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award in the university category.
We share the university's commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. We invite women, persons of color, LGBTQ and gender-nonconforming people, people living with disabilities, and/or individuals with other diverse life experiences and beliefs to apply. Please read more about the library's commitment to DEIA and our efforts at: http://library.lmu.edu/deia
Location & Hours
Incumbent is expected to work fully on-site, with a typical schedule to be arranged with supervisor, during core business hours Monday-Friday. Term of internship is 10-15 hours/week, for a duration of 16-20 weeks. Final schedule to be determined between incumbent and supervisor.
Salary
Per-diem position, with a budgeted salary of $25 / hr.
Special Instructions
Applications accepted until position is filled. Deliberations on the pool of candidates will begin as applications are received.
For full consideration, applicants should submit the following materials in addition to completing the staff application and references questionnaire in Workday:
- A letter of application describing your interest and qualifications for the positin.
- A current resume.
For more information about the position, please contact: Marisa Ramirez, Processing Archivist / marisa.ramirez@lmu.edu / 310-338-5928
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Staff Per-Diem (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
Salary range
$20.16 - $30.70 Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)
