Part-time Archives Position Available, Harvard PIRC
Part-time Archives Position Available, Harvard PIRC
About the Position:
The Property Information Resource Center (PIRC) is seeking a graduate-level archival assistant for a part-time (~15 hours a week), year-round position. The PIRC is the library and archives for Harvard University’s built environment; its collection includes approximately 90,000 architectural and engineering drawings of Harvard’s buildings. The PIRC is responsible for cataloging, preserving, and providing reference service for these drawings.
Located in the heart of Harvard Square on the 5th floor of Holyoke Center, the PIRC is conveniently accessible by both public transportation and the MASCO shuttle.
Para-professionals play a vital role in our organization and are given meaningful tasks and responsibilities, including these listed below:
Primary responsibilities:
§ Pull and re-file architectural drawings, maps and related records
§ Assist with special projects regarding migration to new ILS, collection management, preservation activities, and other hands-on, skills-building activities
§ Assist with records management by preparing materials to be sent to the Harvard Depository
§ Compile and distribute news clippings related to Harvard, its neighbors, and the real estate and building industries
§ Other tasks assigned as needed
Required Skills:
§ Great attention to detail; ability to multi-task and manage time in a busy office
§ Able to work a consistent schedule
§ Enjoy working with a small staff in a small space
§ Previous success working both independently and collaboratively
§ Accurate typing skills (prefer 40 wpm) and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
§ Position requires the ability to lift boxes up to 40 pounds
Additional Skills:
§ Previous archives experience and/or map librarianship coursework preferred, but not necessary
Pay: $15.00/hour.
Hours: Approximately 15 hours/week, to be worked between the hours of 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday.
Anticipated start date: August 1, 2007; can be flexible.
Other Info: This position reports to the Archivist/Librarian. This position is not eligible for Harvard employee benefits.
To Apply:
Send resume/cover letter to:
Maureen Jennings
Archivist/Librarian
Property Information Resource Center
Harvard University Planning Office
Holyoke Center, room 550
1350 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138