Special Collections Graduate Assistant

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You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.Closing Date:07/02/2026Type of Position:Graduate AssistantWorkstudy Position:NoJob Type:Academic Term (Fixed Term)Work Shift:Sponsorship Available:NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Appli­cants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.Department:University ArchivesDepartment's Website:Summary of Job Duties:The Special Collections University Archives Graduate Assistant works with archivists in the Special Collections Division to support collecting, processing and providing access to the Division's University Archives collections. Tasks may include arranging and describing collections in alignment with Division and professional standards, conducting research for collection guides and other public-facing resources, creating collection inventories, and supporting preservation and rehousing activities. The Graduate Assistant may also participate in activities to support digital preservation and/or access. Although the bulk of the graduate assistant's time will be dedicated to supporting the University Archives, the graduate assistant will work collaboratively across the Special Collections Division to make collections available for research, and may have the opportunity to participate in other projects that allow for exploring areas of personal interest that contribute to professional development. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications: Enrollment in the Graduate SchoolApplicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate competency in spoken English by submitting one of the following: (1) A test score of at least 7 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) speaking subtest, at least 50 on the Test of Spoken English (TSE), at least 26 on the Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) speaking subtest, at least 72 or "pass" on the University's Spoken Language Proficiency Test (SLPT), at least 71 on the speaking portion of the Pearson Test of English (PTE) - Academic, or 50 on the University's SPEAK test.(Although the SPEAK test is no longer offered, official results from it will still be accepted.) or (2) proof of obtaining at least 80% on the course ELAC 5050 (International Teaching Assistants Training).Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite, especially ExcelPreferred Qualifications: Academic background or current coursework in international relations, history, archival science, or a related fieldExperience with or interest in using special collections or archival materials for researchKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Attention to detailEffective written communication skillsAbility to work independentlyAccurate typing skillsAbility to maintain confidentialityAdditional Information:Salary Information:$23,631 for Master’s students, $28,217 for Doctoral studentsRequired Documents to Apply:ResumeOptional Documents:Proof of Veteran StatusRecruitment Contact Information:Amy Allen, ala005@uark.edu, Associate LibrarianAll application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  Please do not send to listed recruitment co