Archival Processing Assistant

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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