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Title:  Project Assistant

Status:  Part-time, Temporary (estimated dates May 18-August 28), 19 hours/week (hours to be completed Mon-Fri between the hours of 8am-4pm)

Reports to:  Executive Director and/or Associate Director of the Sherlock Center and Assistant Director of Technical Services at Adams Library

Compensation: $20-22/hour

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Performs various duties, as assigned by the Assistant Director of Technical Services at Adams Library, in support of moving and processing the physical collections of the Sherlock Center Resource Library, to provide greater access for Rhode Island teachers and residents to the unique Sherlock Center holdings related to special education and specific disability topics.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

·      Verify collection materials and condition

·      Complete end processing, including labeling and confirming kit contents

·      Data entry for library records as needed

·      Assist with unloading or moving collection containers within Adams Library

·      Assist with shelving of collection

Occasional Job Functions: Perform other duties as related to the Sherlock Center Resource Library project as assigned by the Assistant Director of Technical Services, Adams Library Director and/or Executive Director or Associate Director of the Sherlock Center.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree and minimum of one year of library or education experience

Preferred Education: Enrollment in a Master’s degree program for Library and Information Science or Education

Skills, knowledge and Abilities:

·      Knowledge of or ability to learn organization of library materials

·      Attention to detail

·      Skill in using computer software applications

·      Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·      Flexibility

·      Ability to work independently and as part of a team

·      Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds

For more details and to apply, go to https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8803572/Sherlock-Center-Job-Application-Library-Project-Assistant. Questions can be directed to Stefanie Davit at the RI College Sherlock Center ([email protected]). 

Requires frequent standing and walking; occasionally required to lift, carry and push up to 20 lbs., stoop, kneel, reach high and low.

The College requires that all applicants and employees be able to perform the essential functions of the job and will explore reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.

Rhode Island College is a regional comprehensive public college that serves approximately 6,000 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students through its five schools. Rhode Island College is located on a beautiful 180-acre suburban campus in the vibrant, historic, creative capital city of Providence. Our campus provides students with the full college experience, a safe and inviting home away from home with access to unique urban amenities and experiences.

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https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8803572/Sherlock-Center-Job-Application-Library-Project-Assistant

For more details and to apply, go to https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8803572/Sherlock-Center-Job-Application-Library-Project-Assistant.

Questions can be directed to Stefanie Davit at the RI College Sherlock Center ([email protected]).