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SLU Processing Archivist Fellow Job Description
Description:
The CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies (SLU) Special Collections Labor Library is
seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual for a not-for-credit Fellow position to
weed the collection. The SLU Special Collections Labor Library is located on campus, on the
19th floor.
The SLU Special Collections Labor Library is a resource for and extension of the Labor Studies
Department, providing the SLU community with a repository of specialized information on labor
history, community-based movements, and public policy. The Special Collections Labor Library
supports the college’s mission—to expand higher education opportunities for workers; prepare
students who aspire to careers in public service and movements for social justice; promote civic
engagement; provide leadership development for union and community activists; and help
workers achieve greater economic security—by providing a curated wealth of knowledge in the
field of Labor Studies.
The Processing Archivist Fellow will commit to working on-site at the SLU campus and complete
the project during the Spring 2024 semester. The fellow will be responsible for weeding the
collection and preparing it for cataloging, including identifying which texts should be removed to
create an updated body of texts on Labor Studies.
Requirements
● Enrollment in, or recent completion of, M.L.I.S or similar degree with a concentration in
archival studies from an ALA-accredited program, or an equivalent graduate degree in
the fields of information science, records management, or preservation.
● A demonstrated interest in Labor Studies.
● Excellent attention to detail.
● Ability to work both independently and under supervision.
● Demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet strict deadlines.
Preferred
● Familiarity with cataloging and archival processing
● Experience working with archives information management applications
Compensation:
This is a not-for-credit Fellow position which will be compensated with a stipend of $2,500 upon
completion of the project.
Application Instructions:
For consideration, interested individuals should send a cover letter and resume to
cory.rohr@slu.cuny.edu describing what you hope to bring to the position and gain from the
experience, and names and contact information for three professional references.
