Kansas Geological Survey (KGS), University of Kansas
Temporary Library Assistant -Two Openings Job at Kansas Geologica...
Kansas Geological Survey (KGS), University of Kansas - Lawrence, KS, United States, 66047
Work at Kansas Geological Survey (KGS), University of Kansas
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Position Overview
As the State of Kansas repository for oil and gas and water well documents, this person will work in the Data Resource Library to enter data from paper records of old wells, scan documents for archival purposes, and presentation on the KGS public website. The task requires meticulous attention to detail and often requires research.
TEMPORARY positions with flexible hours, 30-40 hours per week, during business hours (8am-5p, Monday through Friday). These positions are funded through June 7, 2025, to work on a specific project, however the appointment(s) could be extended if additional funds become available. For more information about the Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) visit our website. The KGS at KU is a great place to work!
TEMPORARY positions with flexible hours, 30-40 hours per week, during business hours (8am-5p, Monday through Friday). These positions are funded through June 7, 2025, to work on a specific project, however the appointment(s) could be extended if additional funds become available. For more information about the Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) visit our website. The KGS at KU is a great place to work!
Job Description
90%: Organize and sort documents, enter data, scan documents and post to the KGS public website, quality check data and scans, file paper records.
10%: Perform other duties as assigned.
10%: Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to push rolling bookcases in confined area, climb stepladders, and lift 15-20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work in storage areas, capable of working with old documents, which may be dusty, musty, or moldy, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Required Qualifications
- High School graduate/GED.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, as evidenced by application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with databases, data entry and proof reading, as evidenced by application materials.
- Familiarity with or previous work experience with records filed by legal land description (section, township, range), as evidenced by application material.
- Background in earth sciences and/or archival work, as evidenced by application materials.
Additional Candidate Instructions
In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications and position requirements.
- Resume.
- Contact information for two or more professional references.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Application review begins Monday, February 24, 2025. For consideration, please apply no later than Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Application review begins Monday, February 24, 2025. For consideration, please apply no later than Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Contact Information to Applicants
Annette Delaney - adelaney@ku.edu or 785-864-2152
Advertised Salary Range
17.20/hr
Work Schedule
Work is onsite during business hours, 8a-5p, M-F.
Application Review Begins
Monday February 24, 2025
Anticipated Start Date
Monday March 3, 2025
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