Position Title:

Collections and Archives Special Projects Assistant

Job Description:

We are looking for a Collections and Archives Special Projects Assistant to provide technical support and assistance in archiving city owned artifacts, historical records, photographs, and documents. This position will perform research, prepare reports, and create archiving systems and records for city collections.

About the Position:

This is a part-time, at-will position. The selected candidate will work up to 20 hours per week. The position is anticipated to end after 6 months of employment.

Position Pay Rate: $20.00/hr. - $24.00/hr.

IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until it is filled and may close at any time without notice.

Key Responsibilities:

Inventory, catalog, and create a database of historical city artifacts collections. Photographs all materials for the database.
Creates placards with information for objects on display at city owned spaces.
Establishes preventative conservation protocols for industry standard storage of artifacts and archival materials.
Conducts research into the history of city programs and initiatives.
Prepares short reports summarizing historical research.
Coordinates with the Recorder's Office and other city departments.
Assists in scanning and digitizing historical documents to create usable digital records.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in History, Art History, Collections Conservation, Museum Studies, Library and Information Science, or a related field, or four (4) years paid professional experience in related activities. Preference may be given to candidates with public sector experience. Experience and education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Knowledge of effective project management, statistical analysis, and research methods and principles.
Ability to prepare and present project details using complex spreadsheet analysis, graphic presentations and technical reports to Division Managers, City Council, and general public.
Knowledge of government operations, processes, and public policy analysis.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups and people, including elected officials, department officials, staff, and community representatives.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with initiative, self-reliance, and dependability.

Desired Qualifications:

Completion of relevant Master’s degree or current enrollment in a Master’s program.
Knowledge of archiving and museum display principles and methods.
Ability to conduct archival research and synthesize large amounts of data to prepare short reports.
Knowledge of government operations, processes, record-keeping practices, and GRAMA.

Working Conditions:

Light physical effort. Intermittent sitting, standing and walking. May move materials in storage and boxes.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a 10-year criminal and employment background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law.  Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment.

Position Type:

Part-time

Department:

Economic Development

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Scheduled Hours: