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The Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library seeks a vibrant, innovative, and dynamic Library Technical Assistant. Working with the Digital Services Department this position is responsible for digitizing and creating metadata for original archival materials using a variety of high resolution scanners. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Digitize a variety of original archival materials (documents, manuscripts, photographs and negatives, bound volumes, publications, audiovisual materials) following professional standards and best practices. * Ensure quality of master images, edit images as needed, and create derivate images for access purposes. * Provide access copies of digitized archival materials to support Archives Research Center patron requests, for digital and physical exhibits, and other projects as necessary. * Assist with building digital exhibits and preparing digital materials for ingest/upload into institutional repositories. * Calibrate and maintain all equipment in the digital lab. * Edit, update and/or create metadata for digital content following archival best practices and standards and institutional procedures. * Provide information assistance to users at service points on a rotating schedule including evenings and weekends * Assist with the printing of reproductions for exhibitions QUALIFICATIONS: * Familiarity with archival digitization standards and best practice * Experience operating a variety of scanning hardware and software * Experience using image editing software such as Adobe Photoshop * Experience with standard office software such as Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint * Understanding of library metadata structures and standards such as MODS, Dublin Core, EAD. * Effective analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communications skills * Strong attention to detail * Ability to work independently and as a member of a team * Ability to work a rotating schedule including nights and weekends. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: * Associates degree or equivalent years of service. * Two years of relevant experience. PREFERRED: Familiarity with digitization of audio and video formats SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with experience; benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, company paid disability plans, company match retirement plan (TIAA-CREF). APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested applicants should submit a letter of application and resume online to the Human Resources Department at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Please include three professional references and salary requirements. The Robert W. Woodruff Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about our Library visit us online at www.auctr.edu<http://www.auctr.edu>. Cliff Landis Digital Initiatives Librarian Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library 111 James P. Brawley Drive, SW Atlanta, GA 30314 404-978-2155 (v) http://www.auctr.edu<http://www.auctr.edu/> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> We will always provide service that exceeds the customer's expectation... Because we care!