Imaging Assistant - Library Assistant 2
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- University of Florida
- Location
- Gainesville
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Imaging Assistant - Library Assistant 2
Job No: 534661
Work Type: Temp Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Libraries/Museums
Department: 55090100 - LB-DIGITAL LIB CTR-CHAIR
Job Description
Classification Title:
Library Assistant 2
Job Description:
PLEASE NOTE: This is a one-year, time-limited position. The job location for this position is 4040 NE 49th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32609
JOB SUMMARY
The Imaging Assistant prepares newspapers, books and other materials for digital capture. The Imaging Assistant digitizes materials using a variety of equipment, processing of digital images, reviewing digital images for completeness, inputting structural metadata, and following departmental procedures for tracking materials throughout the digitization process.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs digital reproduction
- Performs physical preparation of materials (flattening, cutting, collating, etc.) as necessary for digitization
- Scans documents using a variety of digital scanners and cameras including, Copibook scanners, cradle scanners, sheet feed scanners, flatbed scanners, slide scanners and dSLR cameras
- Names directories and files in accordance with departmental practices
- Alerts supervisor to issues with scanning equipment or output
- Follows departmental procedures for tracking status of projects
Performs Image Processing
- Performs image correction individually or in batches as necessary to correct scanning effects, using Adobe Photoshop or LIMB;
- Verifies file names and image order
- Directs files to next step of processing
- Notifies Digitization Workflow Supervisor when projects are completed
Rescans
- Rescans images as indicated by QC unit or Digitization Workflow Supervisor
- Renames files as necessary
Professional Development and other duties as assigned
Maintains a course of relevant professional development and serves on committees as appointed. Performs other duties as assigned.
Expected Salary:
$16.39 per hour minimum; The Smathers Libraries offer a salary commensurate with experience and credentials.
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent and one year of library, or relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education.
Preferred Qualifications:
1 year experience using Copibook scanners and other digital scanners and cameras
- 1 year experience using Adobe Creative Suite
- 6 months experience using LIMB processing software
- Ability to adhere to internal standards of work by applying a strong attention to detail
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written communication
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively to accomplish goals
- Flexibility and ability to adapt and work in a rapidly changing production environment
- Knowledge of Windows OS computers and software
- Ability to maintain production levels and learn quickly
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Application Process
To apply, submit
- a cover letter detailing your interest in, and qualifications for this position
- your current resume or CV
- a list of three references including their contact information (telephone number and email address)
Apply by 11:55 pm (EST) on the application close date via the Jobs at UF online application system. Applications will be reviewed as received. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, please contact Tina Marie Litchfield, George A. Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office, at tlitchfield@uflib.ufl.edu.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close: 07 Feb 2025
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/534661/imaging-assistant-library-assistant-2
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