Special Collections & Archives Student Assistant

The California State University; Turlock, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

CSU Stanislaus invites applications for a temporary hourly-intermittent Library Special Collections & University Archives Assistant in the Stanislaus - Turlock area. The role supports SCUA services, digitization, shelving, and processing tasks within a fast-paced environment.

The position runs from August 24, 2026 to May 31, 2027, with potential reappointment based on budget, department needs, and performance. Tasks include data entry, Excel/Word use, and occasional outreach activities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates critical thinking and ability to problem-solve.
• Academic research experience using databases and applications.
• Service-oriented experience in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to collaborate with library faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Learn SCUA policies and communicate services to patrons.
• Photocopy and digitally scan materials for reference queries.
• Shelve materials requiring special handling.
• Assist with collection processing, access, and preservation tasks.
• Data entry and use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Assist with digitization projects and check digital scans.
• Occasional outreach tabling activities.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Service-oriented experience

Collaboration with library staff

Reliability, punctuality, attention to

Education

Undergraduate students: 6 Fall/Spring units

Post-baccalaureate grad students: 4 Fall/Spring units

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

CSU Stanislaus invites applications for a temporary hourly-intermittent Library Special Collections & University Archives Assistant in the Stanislaus - Turlock area. The role supports SCUA services, digitization, shelving, and processing tasks within a fast-paced environment.

The position runs from August 24, 2026 to May 31, 2027, with potential reappointment based on budget, department needs, and performance. Tasks include data entry, Excel/Word use, and occasional outreach activities.