Preservation and Digital Imaging Student Assistant

Preservation Services (Suzzallo/Allen Libraries)

Preservation and Digital Imaging Student Assistant

May 19, 2024

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$19.97

• Digitizes, scans, and photographs rare and often fragile collection materials in adherence with existing workflows.
• Performs complex bibliographic searching of library databases and catalogs.
• Prepares materials for digital imaging including evaluating condition, counting pages, and creating structural metadata.
• Ensures quality control of newly digitized and/or newly bound materials.
• Packs and ships to/from digitization and other vendors.
• Prepare new library materials (books and other media) for circulation by property stamping and applying call number labels.
• Create and edit call number labels using the library catalog and specialized software.
• Route labeled materials to the appropriate library unit for shelving.
• Update the location of library materials in the library catalog as they are routed from Preservation to other libraries or units.
• Load, unload, and move full book carts.
• Set aside materials needing repair or stabilization before labeling and shelving.
• Provide basic assistance to library staff regarding procedures and location of materials.
• Perform cleaning of library materials and shelves/storage areas as needed.
• Assist with the preparation of materials for commercial binding.
• Assist with special projects and other department duties as assigned.

• Very high level of attention to detail with repetitive tasks, following established procedures.
• Proven ability to handle fragile materials with care and good judgement.
• Capacity to learn new technologies and systems as necessary.
• Strong commitment to serving a diverse group of users and staff.
• Ability to work independently and follow established procedures and adhere to industry standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly with supervisors, coworkers, and other library staff.
• Ability to work with historic and Indigenous materials with sensitivity to cultural considerations.

• No previous library experience needed.
• On-the-job training is provided.
• Must be able to work summer 2024.

Preservation Services' Mission is to care for, and enhance access to, the University of Washington Libraries collections that advance research, teaching, and learning. We manage many programs designed to extend the life of our collections and provide centralized preservation services for library materials in all formats.

1. Prepare the following supplemental materials. A single PDF or Microsoft Word file is preferred.

• Resumé
• Cover Letter

2. The application is completed via Microsoft Forms with your student NetID.

3. Log in to the site with your UW NetID account to fill out an application form and upload your resumé.

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.