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Job ID: 261671

Clerical Assistant, Archivist
Alcorn State University


Date Posted Aug. 28, 2025
Title Clerical Assistant, Archivist
University Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS, United States
Department University Libraries
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Classified Staff
  • Library
    Administrative Support/Services
 
 
The incumbent provides clerical support for the Archives Department of Alcorn State University Libraries.
 

 

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • General knowledge of library policies, procedures and techniques
  • Knowledge of office practices and procedures
  • Knowledge of inventory procedures
  • Knowledge of filing and record keeping
  • Ability to use MS Office Products, including Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Ability to type at least 55 words per minute
  • Effective communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
  • Ability to work independently in the absence of direct supervision
  • Ability to plan, schedule and organize work
  • Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks concurrently 
 

Essential Job Functions

  • Maintain orderly archive and special collections
  • Serves in a supporting role, responding to Archives and Special Collections reference requests
  • Coordinates and assists in collection-specific activities and functions (e.g., lectures, displays, conferences, meetings, etc.)
  • Coordinates, assesses, arranges, describes and processes collections as assigned by the Archivist, per local and professional standards
  • Monitors service point areas (computer lab, circulation and media center) as needed 
 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Office Management, Business or related area 
  • One (1) year related experience 
 

 
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