Special and Digital Collections Department

Auraria Library / University of Colorado Denver

Denver, CO

Application Deadline

Apply by September 14th for first consideration.

Wages

$22.33

Location

Denver, CO

Hours

20.00

MLIS

Not Required

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Library Experience

Not Required

Supervisory Experience

Not Required

Type of Library

Academic

Job Description

Note: Per policy and minimum qualifications, only current graduate students will be considered.

Applicants must be currently enrolled as a graduate student. This position will engage with the Special and Digital Collections Department’s archives in support of students, faculty,

staff, and visitors of the Auraria Campus, which serves the University of Colorado Denver, Metropolitan State University Denver, and the Community College of Denver. The successful applicant can expect experience in archival processing, including arrangement and description, research help for Special and Digital Collections patrons, and other responsibilities in support of the department’s goals of accessibility and preservation. This is an in-person position with options for some hybrid work after an initial training period.

Examples of Work Performed:

  • Organize, inventory, and work with the Archivist Librarian to create a processing plan for archival collections.
  • Complete provided import spreadsheets to record collection information, create container lists, and prepare for potential future uploads to ArchivesSpace.
  • Create finding aids based on a departmental template for collections to provide contextual information on the collection and make container lists accessible to patrons.
  • Re-house collection materials in new boxes and folders in support of their preservation. Label boxes and folders.
  • Consult with Archivist Librarian and Special and Digital Collections Department Head to identify and address preservation concerns.
  • Pull collection materials for patron research and instruction. Return materials to shelves when not actively in use.
  • Assist patrons with reference and research questions on using archival materials and primary sources under the supervision of the Archivist Librarian.
  • Supervise the Reading Room for short periods during researcher use in the absence of a Special Collections faculty or staff member.
  • Create one-case exhibits showcasing Special Collections materials.
  • Support instruction preparation and observe instruction in Special and Digital Collections.

Additional Info & Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a graduate level program.
  • Interest in archives, special collections, and/or academic library services.
  • Interest in working with diverse collections and communities.
  • Initiative to work independently and stay on task.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a Library and Information Science, History, Museum Studies, Anthropology, or related graduate program.
  • Experience in or knowledge of archival research, processing, and/or preservation.
  • Expected graduation date more than 1 year after application date.
  • Experience with spreadsheets and metadata.
  • Interest in Auraria or Denver history and communities.
  • Ability to move archival boxes up to 40 pounds. Accommodations can be made to ensure ADA compliance as requested.

The Community

Located in downtown Denver, Colorado, the Auraria Campus is home to three institutions of higher education – University of Colorado Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and Community College of Denver – both MSU and CCD are Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSI), and CU Denver is finalizing its HSI and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander (AANAPISI) designations. The Auraria Library serves the campus’ over 35,000 students, the majority of whom are from the first-generation in their family to enroll in higher education. The majority of our students are Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color, and we also serve large populations of veterans, transfer students, adult learners, and other populations that have been historically underserved. Auraria Library is committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from candidates across all dimensions and identities. The library seeks candidates who embrace a multicultural, diverse, and inclusive workplace, and who strive to incorporate those values in their work and interactions. While the University of Colorado Denver is required to perform a background check during the hiring process, as part of the library’s ongoing commitment to increasing equity this information will not exclude you from being considered for this position and we encourage everyone, regardless of their status, to apply.

Please see our library values and diversity initiatives.

HR Info

Application Instructions: To apply, email a resume and a cover letter addressing the minimum qualifications, your expected graduation date, and your interest in this position to Kali Draper at kali.draper@ucdenver.edu. Please use “Application for Archives Graduate Assistant position” as the subject line of your email.

The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations on all prospective employees. COVID-19: The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at: Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Exemptions vary by campus location/department. Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

• Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons