SCUA Student Assistant

SCUA Student Assistant – Weber State University Department of Automotive Technology

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity:
Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Title:

SCUA Student Assistant

Requisition Number: H01291P

Position Category:
Hourly/Work Study

Campus

Location:

Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week: 20

Months per year: 12

Alternate work schedule:
Yes

Pay Grade Salary:
Hourly Pay Rate $13

FLSA:
Job Summary/Basic Function

The Student Assistant will work in a team environment with Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA). They will be given the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge of current technology and best practices as related to the archives field. This student should be interested in handling unique historical documents and/or working with imaging software and technology.

As a Project Assistant, this individual will be given the opportunity to work with unique historical collections in one or more of the following ways:

• Scan documents, photographs, negatives
• Transcribe and edit oral histories
• Transcribe handwritten documents
• Update documents and databases
• Create descriptive data (metadata) for archival materials
• Organize and describe archival materials
• Digitize audio/visual formats
• Help organize storage spaces
• Provide reference and research assistance to patrons
• Other duties as assigned

The successful candidate will be self-motivated and willing to assist with other programs and activities taking place in the department. This is a 50/50 eligible position that requires applicants to be current, full‑time, Weber State University students with at least a 2.0 GPA.

Work Schedule:

Part-time, Monday‑Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm flexible around class schedule.

• This position is 50/50 eligible.
• Proficient in the use of office productivity software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Ability to type a minimum of 40 WPM.

Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Background Check:
No

To apply, complete the online application and attach a cover letter. You may also attach an optional resume and list of references.

Job Open Date: 12/15/2025

Review Date: 12/17/2025

Job Close Date: 02/15/2026

The screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.