Backstage Library Works

Our mission at Backstage Library Works is to provide high-quality, cost-effective professional services that preserve, organize, describe, and connect you to the world’s knowledge.


POSITION TITLE: Temporary On-Site Digitization Technician

LOCATION: University of California, Berkeley

DURATION: 9-12 months

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Project Coordinator, located at our Bethlehem, PA office

SALARY: $19.00 per hour / Salary based on experience

POSITION STATUS: Open until filled

Job Description

Backstage Library Works is seeking a temporary digitization technician to work at the University of California, Berkeley in Berkeley, CA for a project. The digitization technician will be responsible for the on-site day-to-day digitization production, including operations of overhead cameras and operating a book cradle. This will involve retrieving batches of materials from the library, logging these batches, digitizing on a high-end digital planetary camera system, and handling rare and fragile materials. This person will perform daily routines to do image review, copy & backup data, communicate production statistics to the Bethlehem, PA office, and closely monitor production on a day by day basis. This position will report directly to the Project Coordinator at the Bethlehem, PA facility.

This is a temporary full-time position (40 hours per week) for an anticipated 9-12 months. Hours will be based on access to the library: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Full-time shifts include one 30-minute unpaid lunch break and one 20-minute paid break. Benefits include accrued paid time off and holiday pay. Medical, dental, and eye care plans available and Backstage offers a competitive 401k match.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Preferred Additional Qualifications & Skills, But Not Required

A background check and drug screening will be a mandatory part of the hiring process. The hired technician will also be required to travel to Bethlehem, PA for specialized equipment training.

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

If you are interested in this position, please send a cover letter and résumé/CV to James Wolff, operations manager, at jwolff@bslw.com.


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