Digitization Assistant, DePaul University

Part-time, 20/hrs week during M-F 9-5

On-site at DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus

Salary: $23.45 to $23.68 per hour

Job Description:

As a member of the Special Collections and Archives team, the Digitization Assistant will collaborate with colleagues in Special Collections and Archives and other library units to digitize, describe, preserve, and share content held by Special Collections and Archives. The Digitization Assistant is primarily responsible for preservation reformatting of obsolete and deteriorating formats, and will also assist with digital projects and exhibits, researcher reproduction requests, and special format faculty requests.

Position Requirements:

Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to adapt to change with flexibility, creativity, and sound judgment.
Experience working both independently and collaboratively in a collegial, team-based environment and maintaining positive - working relationships.
Ability to prioritize, problem solve, and monitor project cycles.
Ability to read and comprehend handwritten and printed text, and to create accurate metadata with minimal oversight or intervention.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and effectively interact with people across cultural identities and foster an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment.
Familiarity with or willingness to learn basic coding.
Familiarity or experience with metadata such as Dublin Core, PB Core, or MODS.
Some local travel may be required to accompany materials to and from vendors. Transportation costs to deliver/retrieve materials would be covered or reimbursed (rideshare, mileage, etc.).
Requires reading, visual acuity, hand-eye coordination and motor skills sufficient to use a computer, scanner, camera, A/V and other office equipment.
Requires ability to safely hold and handle rare, unique and fragile materials.

Educational Requirements:  Bachelor’s degree; 1 year experience preferred 

For more information and to apply:

https://tinyurl.com/4hjjynn5 (or long version below): 

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Application Deadline: July 1, 2025