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FWS Fall 2026, Library Administration Oral History Indexing Assistant

Job Title - FWS Fall 2026, Library Administration Oral History Indexing Assistant

Work Location - 401 Hilltop Ave Lexington, KY 40506

Salary Range - $13.00

Type of Position - Student

Position Time Status - Part-Time

Required Education - Currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky.

Required Related Experience - N/A

Required License/Registration/Certification - N/A

Physical Requirements - N/A

Shift - Weekdays between 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Remote Work Only..

Job Summary - Indexing interviews using the OHMS system in accordance with the Nunn Center's standards and style guides. Conducting general research pertaining to interview contents in order to ensure the accuracy and spellings of mentioned names and entities, adding outside research and archival materials to oral history interviews, as well as participating in the research process, production, and implementation of Nunn Center outreach initiatives including social media, podcasts, radio programs, or other special projects and initiatives. Describing interviews/collections. Data entry. Participating in the archival collection inventory process. Digitization, editing, and preservation of audio and video. Other duties as assigned.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - Student must have strong writing skills. Must also have attention for details, editing skills, and the ability to follow department procedures and policies. Must be able to work without close supervision. Must be able to work with materials in different formats. Student must maintain a regular work schedule.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience - N/A

Deadline to Apply - 10/09/2026

Our University Community - We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Have you been awarded Federal Work Study?
   • Yes
   • No
   • Unsure
2. * What is your UK Student ID number? (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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