Position Details

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32). Position Information Position Title SCUA Student Assistant Requisition Number H01291P Position Category Hourly/Work Study Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week 20 Months per year 12 Alternate work schedule Pay Grade Salary Hourly Pay Rate $12.50 FLSA Job Summary/Basic Function The Student Assistant will work in a team environment with Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA). They will be given the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge of current technology and best practices as related to the archives field. This student should be interested in handling unique historical documents and/or working with imaging software and technology.

As a project assistant, this individual will be given the opportunity to work with unique historical collections in one or more of the following ways: Scan documents, photographs, negatives

Transcribe and edit oral histories

Transcribe handwritten documents

Update documents and databases

Create descriptive data (metadata) for archival materials

Organize and describe archival materials

Digitize audio/visual formats

Help organize storage spaces

Provide reference and research assistance to patrons

Other duties as assigned

The successful candidate will be self-motivated and willing to assist with other programs and activities taking place in the department. This is a 50/50 eligible position that requires applicants to be current, full time, Weber State University students with at least a 2.0 GPA. Work Schedule: Part-time, Monday-Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm flexible around class schedule. Required Qualifications -This position is 50/50 eligible.

-Proficient in the use of office productivity software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

-Ability to type a minimum of 40 WPM. Preferred Qualifications Ability to lift 25 pounds.