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What is a library archives assistant?

Library Archives Assistants are professionals who support the organization, preservation, and accessibility of library and archival materials. They help catalog, store, and retrieve documents, books, photographs, and other resources that are part of a library or archive collection. Their duties may also include assisting patrons, maintaining digital records, and ensuring that materials are handled according to preservation standards. These assistants play a crucial role in protecting valuable historical and informational materials for future generations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a library archives assistant?

To thrive as a Library Archives Assistant, you need a foundational understanding of library science or archival studies, often supported by an associate's or bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with cataloging systems, archival databases, and digital preservation tools is typically required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure accurate maintenance, retrieval, and preservation of valuable materials, supporting efficient library operations and user access.

How does a library archives assistant typically collaborate with librarians and researchers?

Library Archives Assistants often work closely with librarians and researchers to locate, retrieve, and organize archival materials. They assist in maintaining the proper cataloging and preservation of documents, ensuring that materials are accessible and handled according to established protocols. Regular communication with team members is essential for prioritizing requests, updating records, and supporting special projects such as digitization or exhibitions. This collaborative environment helps ensure the efficient management and accessibility of archival resources.

What cities in California are hiring for Library Archives Assistant jobs?

Cities in California with the most Library Archives Assistant job openings:

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Specialist, Merchandise Planning and Reporting

Westlake Village, CA • On-site, Remote

The Guitar Center Company
Retail • 10K+ employees

$65K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Guitar Center rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 180 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Important:
This role is based at our Westlake Village, CA corporate offices and follows a hybrid schedule (2-3 days onsite per week).
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytically driven professional to support our Vendor Relations, Merchandising, and Planning functions. In this role, you will provide essential analytical support, track performance, troubleshoot issues, develop and maintain reporting, and assist with systems and data-related needs.
What You'll Do
Planning & Forecasting Support
  • Support Merchandise Planning through annual budget and monthly forecast cycles by communicating timelines, validating results, and maintaining applications/databases for data archiving.
  • Assist with day-to-day merchandising and planning tasks, helping track objectives and improve operational transparency.

Reporting & Analytics
  • Consolidate multiple teams' reports into executive-ready dashboards supporting key processes such as Joint Business Planning, Vendor Funding, Annual Budgeting, Advertising Tracking, In-Stock and Fill Rate performance, and Forecast Accuracy.
  • Conduct data analysis to ensure accuracy, investigate anomalies, and implement corrections as needed.
  • Leverage technical skills to transform large datasets using Microsoft Office tools into clear, intuitive reports that inform business decisions.
  • Track and report on marketing initiatives, including store activations, inventory levels, and sales performance.

Technical Tools & Automation
  • Build and automate Excel and Access reports using macros, VBA, and SQL scripts to improve efficiency and data handling.
  • Collaborate with Data and Business Intelligence (BI) teams to gather requirements and develop dashboards or reports that support budgeting, forecasting, and wider merchandising processes.

Systems, Processes & Support
  • Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system updates, troubleshooting issues, verifying bug fixes, and validating data changes or enhancements.
  • Log and escalate technical issues by documenting steps taken and including screenshots of errors or unexpected results.
  • Support vendor funding by entering deal details, communicating term changes, and ensuring funding transactions are accurately accrued and deducted.
  • Document business processes with clear, step-by-step guidance to expand and maintain resource libraries.

What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's Degree (or 4 years of relevant experience), preferably in Business.
  • 4 years of experience in Planning, Merchandising, or related analytical field.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and Access, including modeling and building complex reports.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
  • Foundational understanding of Business Intelligence tools (MicroStrategy, Tableau), data mining, advanced Excel formulas, pivot tables, and querying external databases.

Pay Rate: $65,000 - $85,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, and other factors. Pay ranges are provided in accordance with state laws and may differ by location.
About Guitar Center
At Guitar Center, we live and breathe creativity, collaboration, and the power of music. Our mission is to inspire and equip musicians and music lovers to find their sound and share it with the world. Whether in our stores, contact centers, distribution hubs, or corporate offices, our team is united in one goal: to fill the world with more music.
Join Us
  • Become part of the world's largest multichannel musical instrument retailer.
  • Work within a collaborative, high-impact finance organization that drives innovation and transformation.
  • Grow your career in an environment that values creativity, integrity, and passion.

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on valid job-related criteria and are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.
If you require reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this job, please contact recruiting@guitarcenter.com.

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The Guitar Center Company embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. Our mission is to develop and nurture lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the joy that comes from creating music. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion. The Guitar Center Company operates through several business divisions. Guitar Center is the world's largest retailer of guitars, amplifiers, drums, keyboards, recording, live sound, DJ, and lighting equipment, with more than 290 stores across the United States. 2014 marked the milestone 50th anniversary of the Guitar Center Company as the organization continues to help people make music from coast to coast.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Westlake Village, CA, US

Year founded

1964