Archives Assistant

Job overview

The Archives Assistant role is onsite in Bel Air, MD, with a starting hourly rate range of $18.61–$24.20. The position supports Harford Community College Library archival, digital preservation, and circulation operations. The assistant processes archival materials, supports digitization and preservation, and provides circulation and patron services. The work helps maintain access to library resources and supports efficient library operations.

What you'll do

• Perform archival processing and assist with digitization and preservation of library materials
• provide circulation and patron services
• maintain records and statistics
• perform opening and closing procedures
• support ongoing projects. The schedule is approximately 20 hours per week, including at least one morning shift, one evening shift, and one Saturday shift per month.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

archives assistant

archives

digital preservation

archival processing

library circulation

patron services

bel air md

harford community college

$18.61–$24.20/hour

approximately 20 hours per week

evening shift

saturday shift

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible to earn paid Sick and Safe leave
• required participation in Maryland State Retirement Pension
• eligible for optional 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans.

Why this role

Combines archival processing and digital preservation with circulation desk and patron support.

About the employer

Harford Community College is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.