Student Archives Assistant '26

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE I APPLY?

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WHO WOULD I REPORT TO?

Hannah Crummé

WHAT DEPARTMENT IS THIS IN?

5450 Lewis & Clark Work Study, Watzek Library

WHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE?

2025-09-08

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JOB PURPOSE:

Student Archives Assistants help with the processing of records and archives, the invigilation of the rare books reading room in Watzek Library, create access to rare books, and help us build collections like "Vietnamese Portland". Please email [email protected] with questions.

PREREQUISITES FOR ELIGIBILITY:

• Applicant MUST have prior permission from the Head of Special Collections to apply

• Resume, uploaded

• Cover letter, uploaded

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help process historical records.

• Build collections that witness the history of Lewis & Clark and of Portland.

• Invigilate the rare books reading room. Digital humanities skills are a bonus.

RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS DIVERSITY:

• Ability to honor and work with all identities and individuals, particularly those who are underrepresented in the country and/or at Lewis & Clark College.

SCHEDULE:

• Varies depending on schedule.

RATE OF PAY:

• $16.80 per hour

WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT:

• Federal or L&C Work Study preferred, but not required.

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Reasonable Accommodation

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Eligibility to Work
In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.