About Luther Seminary
Luther Seminary educates leaders for Christian communities called and sent by the Holy Spirit to witness to salvation through Jesus Christ and to serve in God’s world. Our values are Gospel-centered, Student-focused, Innovative, Academically Rigorous, Inclusive, and Community Oriented.
Luther is the largest seminary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. We also educate students of 41 other denominations and traditions. The Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Theological Schools accredit Luther.
Position Title
Archives and Art Student Assistant/Student Only Position
Department
Archives and Art
8/10/2026
Reports To
Head of Archives and Arts
Part Time
Human Resources Use Only:
The primary role of the Archives and Art Student Assistant will be to assist archives and art staff and contractors to successfully execute the transfer of the archives and art collections to Luther Seminary’s new building and various partners. This work will include moving archival and art material, research to aid in the appraisal of archival and art material, and other areas related to the preparation and moving of archival and art materials. This position will aid Luther Seminary in being faithful stewards of their various archival and art collections. This position will report to the Head of Archives and Arts and is an in-person position. The ideal candidate will be able to begin this role in early September.
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Aiding in creating a high-level inventory of archives and art collections
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Identifying items in archives and art collections and providing appraisal recommendations
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Moving archival and art materials throughout campus
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Reboxing of archival material
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Assisting in providing answers to research questions from users as necessary
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Providing general archives and art department support
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Other duties as assigned
This position requires a commitment of 4-5 hours per week of work, which is to be completed in-person sometime between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Requirements:
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Understanding, appreciation, and commitment to Luther Seminary’s Mission, Vision, and Welcome Statement
Required education and experience:
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Current Luther Seminary student
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Experience working with or willingness to learn about working with art collections
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Experience working with or willingness to learn about working with archival collections
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General knowledge of or willingness to learn about North American Lutheran history
Desired knowledge, skills and abilities
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Creative problem-solver
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Flexible
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Handles confidential information with the utmost tact and discretion
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Knowledge of Microsoft and Google environments, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
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Ability to accept and implement coaching and feedback; ability to show initiative and follow clear direction
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Commits to assignments and communicates changes to commitments at least 48 hours in advance
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Ability to lift and move boxes up to 30 pounds
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Regular movement between floors and buildings around Luther Seminary’s campus
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Regular lifting and moving of boxes of up to 30 pounds is required
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Primarily indoors environment
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Exposure to dust and mold
The pay range for this role is:
17 - 17 USD per hour(Luther Seminary )
