Job Description

JOB TITLE

Archival Processing Assistant

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Archives & Special Collections - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Head of Archives & Special Collections, the Archives Processing Assistant supports day-to-day operations of the Archives & Special Collections department by assisting with the arrangement, description, preservation, and provision of access to archival materials. This position plays a key role in ensuring the usability and integrity of the WPI's collections.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Tasks:

  • Processes papers, photographs, memorabilia, and other items from collections using comprehensive processing plans that apply knowledge of best practices and archival standards
  • Apply preservation best practices when handling, housing, and storing archival materials.
  • Creates and maintains collection guides i...

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