Oral History Indexing Assistant job in Lexington
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| Job Ref: | 37677895 |
| Employer: | University of Kentucky |
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| State: | KY |
| City: | Lexington |
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University of Kentucky Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleOral History Indexing AssistantRequisition NumberDU13463Department Name88000:LIBRARY ADMINISTRATIONWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$13.00Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationMust be enrolled at UK as current student Required Related ExperienceNone Required License/Registration/CertificationNone Physical RequirementsBeing able to sit for periods of time working on computer, able to lift objects up to 20 lbs. Shift10-20 hours a week Job SummaryThe Oral History Center Student Assistant is responsible for a variety of work at the Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History in the Special Collections Division. Specific duties for each job will depend on current projects, initiatives, and priorities and may include: - Indexing interviews using the OHMS system in accordance with the Nunn Center's standards and style guides. - Conducting general research pertaining to interview contents in order to ensure the accuracy and spellings of mentioned names and entities, adding outside research and archival materials to oral history interviews, as well as participating in the research process, production, and implementation of Nunn Center outreach initiatives including social media, podcasts, radio programs, or other special projects and initiatives. - Describing interviews/collections. - Data entry. - Participating in the archival collection inventory process. - Digitization, editing, and preservation of audio and video. - Other duties as assigned. Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesStudent must have strong writing skills. Must also have attention for details, editing skills, and the ability to follow department procedures and policies. Must be able to work without close supervision. Must be able to work with materials in different formats. Student must maintain a regular work schedule. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBasic computer proficiency with a working knowledge of Microsoft applications, as well as familiarity with metadata and content management systems such as Blogger, WordPress, and SlideShare. Deadline to Apply12/19/2025Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI272205369 | |
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