Job Information
University of Kansas Temporary Library Assistant - Two Openings in Lawrence, Kansas
29827BR
Job Title:
Temporary Library Assistant - Two Openings
Department:
Kansas Geological Survey
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
90%: Organize and sort documents, enter data, scan documents and post to the KGS public website, quality check data and scans, file paper records.
10%: Perform other duties as assigned.
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
29827BR
Disclaimer:
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Work Schedule:
Work is onsite during business hours, 8a-5p, M-F.
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Contact Information to Applicants:
Annette Delaney - adelaney@ku.edu or 785-864-2152
Required Qualifications:
High School graduate/GED.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, as evidenced by application materials.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
17.20/hr
FTE:
.75-1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with databases, data entry and proof reading, as evidenced by application materials.
Familiarity with or previous work experience with records filed by legal land description (section, township, range), as evidenced by application material.
Background in earth sciences and/or archival work, as evidenced by application materials.
Position Overview:
As the State of Kansas repository for oil and gas and water well documents, this person will work in the Data Resource Library to enter data from paper records of old wells, scan documents for archival purposes, and presentation on the KGS public website. The task requires meticulous attention to detail and often requires research.
TEMPORARY positions with flexible hours, 30-40 hours per week, during business hours (8am-5p, Monday through Friday). These positions are funded through June 7, 2025, to work on a specific project, however the appointment(s) could be extended if additional funds become available. For more information about the Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) visit our website. The KGS at KU is a great place to work!
Reg/Temp:
Temporary
Application Review Begins:
24-Feb-2025
Anticipated Start Date:
03-Mar-2025
Additional Candidate Instruction:
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
Cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications and position requirements.
Resume.
Contact information for two or more professional references.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Application review begins Monday
Job Family:
Library Services-KUL
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site
Position Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
Ability to push rolling bookcases in confined area, climb stepladders, and lift 15-20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work in storage areas, capable of working with old documents, which may be dusty, musty, or moldy, with or without reasonable accommodation.