Student Worker - Transcription Assistant

Job Title: Transcription Assistant 

Job Classification: Business Operations, Student

Department: Institute for Oral History 

Hiring Manager: Kaila Mata 

Contact: kaila_mata1@baylor.edu 

Work Schedule: 10hrs per week between 8:00am and 5:00 pm 

Desired Length of Employment: Ongoing 

Pay Rate: $10.00

Job Description:

Mission Statement:
To foster a deepening understanding of the past by collecting, preserving, and sharing the historically significant memories of individuals according to the highest ethical and professional standards; to work with scholars across disciplines to design and execute innovative research projects; to equip community groups in their oral history endeavors; and to mentor students in the interdisciplinary field of oral history.

Job Summary: 
Primarily to serve as transcriber of oral history interviews (including proofreading and audit-checking). Secondarily to serve as office assistant on a variety of tasks as needed.

Job Function:
•    Transcribe audio recordings from oral history projects that may be collected by the institute
•    Audit-check/proofread transcripts and research spellings of names and terms utilizing departmental and online resources
•    Other duties as assigned: Assist with mail, including journal distribution, post flyers around campus for upcoming events.

Learning Outcomes:
•    Develop speed and accuracy producing and processing transcripts
•    Strengthen research skills through expanded knowledge of primary sources at the institute
•    Gain knowledge on oral history methodology including how to develop a project

Hard Skills:
Applicants should be proficient in Microsoft Word and be able to conduct basic internet research as needed. Applicants should also be able to work independently to complete transcription projects. Excellent typing skills desired. Experience with digital audio media is a plus.

Soft skills: 
•    Self-motivated
•    Responsible
•    Listen and communicate effectively
•    Resourceful 
 

• Perform business operations duties for assigned area of responsibility 
• Provide excellent customer service to clients  
• Ability to prioritize and take initiative 
• Assist with various projects, activities and tasks related to business operations 
• Ability to comply with University policies  
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance 

Employer: Baylor University

Work Location: Carroll Library 306

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