CTR FOR ADV RESEARCH - Stu Reg Ctr Advent Research

Job Classification

  Student-Regular

Position summary

After training, will participate in copy cataloging a large collection of books.

Qualifications summary

• Familiarity with using the James White Library catalog desirable, but not required.


• Comfort and proficiency in using computers with a range of computing experiences. 


• Downloading and saving digital files.  Inserting links to digital content into documents.


• The position has funding for 1 year.  We prefer the successful candidate to be able to work for at least one year.  The job may continue after the first year.


• A Seventh-day Adventist background is desirable, not required

 

 

Duties and responsibilities

Copy cataloging a large collection of books

General help as needed

Supervisory responsibilities

None.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• High level of attention to detail and quality of work.


• Organized and orderly.


• Possession of a strong work ethic.


• Ability to understand instructions and training in English and follow through on instructions without constant supervision.


• Full-time Andrews University student.


• If international, you must have the necessary visa allowing you to work in USA.


• Ability to faithfully and consistently work at least 10 hours a week on an agreed to schedule.  More hours may be available during the summer.


• Openings in your class and activities schedule to allow working two to four-hour time blocks.

Technical competencies

N/A

Interpersonal interactions

Able to communicate with supervisor and fellow student workers

Able to work several hours with minimal human interaction, including non-use of a phone or similar device

Able to work well in a supervisor-employee situation

 

Physical demands

Minimal.

Able to do repetitive work for two hours or more

Able to lift a 40-pound box to a shelf

Able to reach a book from a seven-foot-(2.5 m) high shelf using a step-stool

Able to manipulate digital equipment

 

Work environment

Pleasant work environment.

Indoors

In front of a computer at a usual type of workstation