Clerical Assistant, Archivist

Clerical Assistant, Archivist

Salary

$0.00 Annually

Location

Lorman, MS

Job Type

Full-Time Staff

Job Number

FY202600227

Department

University Libraries

Opening Date

10/05/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Job Title

Clerical Assistant, Archivist

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
• Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Education Bachelor's degree in Office Management, Business or related area

Minimum Experience One (1) year related experience

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

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

Employer Alcorn State University

Address 1000 ASU Drive, #390

Lorman, Mississippi, 39096

Phone 6018776188

Website https://www.alcorn.edu/