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Job Summary

The Armenian Research Center (ARC) at the University of Michigan-Dearborn is seeking a part-time Assistant to help with sorting and organizing the Center's library and collections.

Responsibilities*

• Assist with sorting, shelving, and retrieving materials

• Move and organize books and boxes across rooms and shelving areas

• Identify and manage duplicate items

• Prepare materials for long-term storage

• Maintain accurate order and classification of materials during handling

Required Qualifications*

• Ability to manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail

• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing for extended periods and lifting boxes of up to approximately 40 pounds
   

Desired Qualifications*

• Proficiency in Armenian (written and verbal), with the ability to recognize orthographic differences between Eastern and Western Armenian

• Proficiency in Turkish and/or Russian

• Familiarity with the Library of Congress Romanization tables

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

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U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.