Student Library Specialist Digitization Lab (Spring) -
Job Number:
232987
Organization
: Library Administrative Serv
Job Location
: United States-Oklahoma-Norman
Schedule
: Part-time
Work Schedule: Variable, Minimum of 12 hrs per week; hours of operation 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Work Type: Onsite
Salary Range: Targeted salary $10.75 per hour, based on experience
Benefits Provided: No
Required Attachments: Resume, Letter of Interest, Class Schedule
Job Description
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The Digitization Lab is located in Bizzell Memorial Library. The lab is focused on high-quality digitization of cultural heritage materials from OU Libraries' History of Science Collections, Western History Collections, Bass Business History Collection, and others.
The Student Specialists in this position work independently in a team- and project-based environment to digitize diverse special collections items and other materials, do post-processing work and metadata entry, and prepare items for online digital collections. Materials encountered will include rare books, manuscript collections, theses, and maps. The department will provide initial training as well as ongoing skill development. Employees will also perform other related duties as assigned.
View more about the department at the Digital Collections & Digitization webpage .
Must be able to work a minimum of 12 hours per week; hours of operation 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Required Attachments:
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
- Class Schedule
Quality of written application and resume will be used to screen applications prior to consideration for interview.
Job Requirements
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Required Education: Must be enrolled in the Spring term as a student good standing at the University of Oklahoma. Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.
- Must attach SPRING 2024 class schedule.
Skills:
- Must communicate effectively in written and oral English.
- Good computer skills and familiarity with Mac OS and Windows.
- Ability to readily learn and use new technology and software.
- Ability to perform highly detail-oriented tasks.
- Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision while also collaborating with a team of staff and student employees.
Advertised Physical Requirements:
- Requires stooping, reaching, lifting; repetitive motions; close visual acuity; and ability to distinguish color variations.
Department Preferences:
- Interest in learning about and working with digital collections.
- Some experience with image processing software such as Adobe Lightroom and Acrobat Professional
- Experience using spreadsheets e.g. Microsoft Excel.
- Photography experience.
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing .
Diversity Statement: The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person's unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.
Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?: Yes
Special Indications: None
Job Posting
: Dec 15, 2023
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