Processing Specialist
University of Georgia
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Job summary
The University of Georgia Libraries is seeking a Processing Specialist for the Libraries-Hargrett Library in the Athens Area. The role focuses on accessioning and processing collections, supervising student workers, and providing reference service to library patrons.
Primary duties include arranging materials to DACS standards, maintaining finding aids, and supporting outreach. The position is full-time, non-exempt, with a 40,000–45,000 USD annual salary and a November start date.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.
- Ability to work effectively with patrons, donors, and colleagues.
- Experience with ArchivesSpace, DACS, and EAD.
Responsibilities
- Assists in processing collections by arranging and describing materials per DACS standards.
- Re-houses collections, edits and creates records in ArchivesSpace
- Uploads files and re-indexes finding aids in SCLFind; accessioning new collections.
- Supervises and trains student assistants.
- Provides reference to the University community and the general public.
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Job description
Posting Number
S15997P
Processing Specialist
Libraries-Hargrett Library
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
The UGA Libraries advance the University of Georgia's mission by providing the best possible access to recorded knowledge, actively contributing to the success of students and faculty through teaching and research services provided in physical and virtual environments, exemplifying the University's strategic priority to serve the people of Georgia and beyond, and upholding the University's commitment to diversity and inclusion. A member of the Association of Research Libraries with 75 faculty librarians and archivists, 150 staff and nearly 200 student workers, the UGA Libraries receive more than three million visits per year on average and provide services at nine locations across the Athens campus, among them the Main Library, Miller Learning Center, McBay Science Library, Special Collections Libraries and Music, Art and Education branch libraries. The UGA Libraries offer nationally distinctive special collections related to Georgia's history, politics, and public policy, and preserves one of the foremost media collections in public broadcasting. The UGA Libraries provide IT support for Georgia Library Learning Online ( GALILEO ), Georgia's statewide virtual library initiative, and is home to the UGA Press and Georgia Review literary journal. Please visit libs.uga.edu for more information.
libs.uga.edu
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TRS
Employee
Benefits Eligible
Full Time
M-F; 8 hours/day
$40,000-$45,000; offers will be commensurate with experience
10/30/2026
Yes
11/30/2026
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Athens Area
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Museum Preparator II
Non-Exempt
1.0
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
The Processing Specialist reports to the Collections Coordinator of the University of Georgia Special Collections Library and is responsible for the accessioning and processing of collections of varying formats; management and training of student employees; providing reference service; and occasionally assisting with accepting collections.
The mission of the University of Georgia Special Collections Libraries is to acquire, organize, preserve, and provide access to unique and rare materials related to the history and culture of Georgia.
- Ability to work effectively with patrons, donors, and co-workers;
- Ability to supervise and train student assistants;
- Experience with DACS , EAD , and ArchivesSpace;
- Effective verbal and written communication skills;
- Effective organizational skills;
- Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy and to work independently within a framework of assigned responsibilities;
- Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite;
- Demonstrated commitment to discretion and upholding privacy of records.
- Working at a computer for sustained periods of time.
- Lifting and moving boxes weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Working with materials that may include dust, book mold, and other related contaminants.
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Yes
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Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit UGA Credit Background Check website.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit UGA Background Check website.
Assists in the processing of collections by arranging and describing materials in accordance with DACS standards; re-housing collections; editing and creating records in ArchivesSpace uploading files; and re-indexing SCLFind (finding aids database); accessioning new collections according to departmental procedures.
50
Supervises and trains student assistants through effective communication and encouraging productivity and dependability.
20
Provides reference to the University community and the general public by participating in staffing the department's reference desk and reading room, by developing and maintaining knowledge of collections within the library, and by assisting in tours and outreach events as needed.
15
Assists with collection donations and special processing projects as needed
10
Maintains flexibility and awareness of changes in the department and organization and contributes to the team effort by assuming other similar duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Participates in library-wide communication by reading, responding to, and initiating information transmitted via the Library listserv, and appropriate library-wide or departmental meetings, and asking questions, seeking clarification, or initiating discussion on library issues.
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Sara Rountree
sararountree@uga.edu
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