Large Scale Digitization Project Assistant (TERM appointment until 09/03/2026)

Large Scale Digitization Project Assistant (TERM appointment until 09/03/2026)

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About the Cornell University Library

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About the Library Annex

The Library Annex is a state-of-the-art high-density facility with a climate-controlled environment of 50-55⁰ F and 30-35% relative humidity. It consists of five modules built between 1978 and 2004 and provides a clean and secure home for library materials in various formats. Access to materials is provided by electronic and physical document delivery with a 24-hour turn-around time or using an on-site reading room equipped with wireless access, computers, printer, copiers, and microform readers. Currently, the Library Annex serves primarily as a storage facility for lesser-used materials from the on-campus collections of CUL and carries significant responsibilities for housing and preserving the Rare and Manuscript Collections print heritage materials. The Library Annex is committed to providing adequate protection and security for this historic material.

The Opportunity

Under the supervision of the Google Project Manager or the Annex Administrative Supervisor, the Large Scale Digitization Project Assistant will be responsible for the preparation of outgoing and incoming shipments for a large digitization project. This project also involves meeting specific deadline dates.

As a Large-Scale Digitization Project Assistant, you will work with:

Materials housed in the Library Annex:

• Use of a variety of software on an iPad type of equipment and various software programs.
• Operation of Orderpicker/forklift to retrieve (outgoing) and refile (incoming) shipments.

Materials housed in Campus Unit Libraries:

• Locate, retrieve, and process library materials for outgoing shipments.
• Check-in and reshelve materials for incoming shipments.

You will assist in movement of library materials, supplies, and equipment involved in the large scale digitization project.

The Large Scale Digitization Project Assistant job is physically demanding, requiring frequent management of heavy book carts over a variety of grades and surfaces.

Hours and Location

Large-Scale Digitization Project Assistants work on-site at the Library Annex located on Bookbank Drive (take Route 366 to Palm Rd, near the Cornell apple orchard). Core work hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 7:40AM to 4:00PM.

This is a benefits-eligible term appointment (from point of hire) until 09/03/2026, with the possibility of extension dependent on project funding and positive performance.

What We Need

• A cover letter and resume outlining your interest and how your experience and goals align with the potential for mutual success in the role are required for consideration.
• High school Diploma and up to 2 years relevant experience or equivalent combination.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of people in a team environment.
• Aptitude for detailed and repetitive work; accuracy in recordkeeping.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Familiarity and ease with computer technology.
• Valid drivers license with a good driving record.
• Ability to pass a test for the forklift/orderpicker license. Training provided on site.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to safely manage heavy loads on wheels (800 lbs.) over a variety of grades.
• Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.

If you have all those things, great! We have a few more things that we would prefer you to have, but it’s ok if you don’t.

• Experience with academic libraries, Library or Congress call number system, large scale book movement.

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• Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program. Learn more about our extensive educational benefits: Education Benefits | Working at Cornell
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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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