Archivist Assistant (Work-Study) – Fall 2026

Sul Ross State University; Alpine (TX); On-site; USD 1,079,694 - 1,537,746; Part time

Job summary

Sul Ross State University in Alpine is seeking a Work Study - Archives of the Big Bend Student Worker for Fall 2026. This position involves assisting Archives staff in various duties and providing services to patrons while handling archival materials.

The ideal candidate must have experience with Adobe and Microsoft Office Suites, attention to detail, and a knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System. This role offers $9.50 per hour, fitting within Archives operational hours, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Required work schedule to fit operational hours, Monday to Friday.
• Willingness to learn operational rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist Archives staff with various duties and services to patrons.
• Perform clerical duties such as data entry and filing.
• Handle archival materials and assist with training provided.

Skills

Attention to detail

Experience with Adobe Suite

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of Dewey Decimal System

Ability to read cursive

Ability to read Spanish

Tools

Standard computer programs

Scanners

Microfilm readers

Job description

Sul Ross State University in Alpine is seeking a Work Study - Archives of the Big Bend Student Worker for Fall 2026. This position involves assisting Archives staff in various duties and providing services to patrons while handling archival materials.

The ideal candidate must have experience with Adobe and Microsoft Office Suites, attention to detail, and a knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System. This role offers $9.50 per hour, fitting within Archives operational hours, Monday to Friday.