Special Collections & Archives Assistant (Student)

California State University, Stanislaus; Turlock, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Stanislaus invites applications for a temporary hourly-intermittent Library Special Collections & University Archives Assistant (Student Assistant) in the Stanislaus - Turlock location. The role supports SCUA services, digitization, and archival tasks.

Start date is August 24, 2026 or later, ending by May 31, 2027, with possible reappointment. Duties include data entry, shelving, scanning, and outreach tabling as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience using research databases and academic resources.
• Service-oriented mindset with a focus on patrons.
• Ability to collaborate with library staff and faculty.
• Reliable, punctual and detail-oriented in a fast-paced setting.
• Solid academic standing and responsible work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Learn SCUA policies and communicate services to patrons.
• Photocopy and scan materials for reference queries.
• Shelve materials requiring special handling.
• Assist with collection processing, access, and preservation tasks.
• Data entry and use of Excel/Word for projects.
• Assist with digitization, operate scanners and verify scans.
• Occasional outreach tabling activities.

Skills

Critical thinking

Research experience

Service-oriented

Collaboration

Reliability

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate students enrolled in 6 Fall/Spring units

Post-baccalaureate graduate students enrolled in 4 Fall/Spring units

Undergraduate students enrolled in 6 Fall/Spring units

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

California State University, Stanislaus invites applications for a temporary hourly-intermittent Library Special Collections & University Archives Assistant (Student Assistant) in the Stanislaus - Turlock location. The role supports SCUA services, digitization, and archival tasks.

Start date is August 24, 2026 or later, ending by May 31, 2027, with possible reappointment. Duties include data entry, shelving, scanning, and outreach tabling as needed.