Clerical Assistant, Archivist

Job Title

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain orderly archive and special collections
• Serves in a supporting role, responding to Archives and Special Collections reference requests
• Coordinates and assists in collection-specific activities and functions (e.g., lectures, displays, conferences, meetings, etc.)
• Coordinates, assesses, arranges, describes and processes collections as assigned by the Archivist, per local and professional standards
• Monitors service point areas (computer lab, circulation and media center) as needed
• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree in Office Management, Business or related area

Minimum Experience One (1) year related experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of library policies, procedures and techniques
Knowledge of office practices and procedures
Knowledge of inventory procedures
Knowledge of filing and record keeping Ability to use MS Office Products, including Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
Ability to type at least 55 words per minute
Effective communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
Ability to work independently in the absence of direct supervision
Ability to plan, schedule and organize work
Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks concurrently

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.