The MFAH is seeking a Summer Archives Assistant to aid in
the daily operation of the museum's archives. The majority of the assistant’s
hours will be devoted to a paper processing project TBA. Work will be conducted
in accordance with standard conventions. In conjunction with the processing of
these records, the assistant will assist with the creation of an EAD finding
aid and MARC catalog record. Remaining responsibilities
will include providing reference services and assisting with other duties
necessary to the operation of the Archives Department.
Requirements: Current enrollment in accredited Masters in
Library Science or Archives Studies program. Completion of basic archives
course at graduate level or prior work experience in archival or special
collection setting. Knowledge of MARC, EAD, DACS, LCSH and RAD strongly
preferred. Experience using OCLC beneficial. Art history background preferred.
Word processing and database skills. Ability to lift twenty-five pound boxes
and climb ladders.
Application: Please submit a letter of application,
current resume, an official college transcript, a sample of writing or work,
and a letter of reference to:
Lorraine A. Stuart
Archives
Museum of
Fine Arts, Houston
P.O. Box
6826
Houston,
TX 77265-6826
Applications can also be submitted via email to: archives@mfah.org
Work schedule: Ten-week position, June 6 through August 12, 2016.
(Some flexibility in starting and ending dates.) Hours are 9am - 5pm, M-F.
Salary: Total salary for ten weeks is $3,500.
Deadline for receipt
of application: April 11, 2016
Applications will be reviewed as received.
Interviews with final candidates residing out-of-state will
be conducted by phone.
No comments:
Post a Comment