Student Library Assistant 1

University of Western States

Job Description

Position : Library Student Worker I

Department : Library

• Classification: Student – U.S. Federal Work Study
• Estimated hours: 1 - 10 hours a week (depending on scheduling)
• Compensation: $1 6 . 30 per hour
• Number of positions available: multiple
• Reports t o: Access Services Coordinator

Summary Description

The Library Student Worker will be responsible for circulation duties and other tasks as assigned in support of the UWS Library .

Specific Duties

Provide staffing at the library circulation desk, perform check-in and checkout of all library materials, a ssist library users with directional and ready-reference questions , and help maintain library space.

Primary Duties

• Perform check-in and checkout of all library materials including:
• Main collection, models, and study aides
• Reserve materials
• Items held for library patron s obtained from other libraries
• Computers , iPads , and other electronics
• Open/close library as necessary . May provide primary staffing for short periods in case of library staff outages.
• Assist library users with directional and ready-reference questions such as:
• Library policies
• Library hours
• Locating journals and books
• Minor computer, printer/ copier, and equipment maintenance.
• Stacks maintenance (re - shelving, shelf reading, dusting materials )
• Light cleaning ( e.g . cleaning plastic models , wiping down computer screens )
• Maintains order in Library and is alert to safety issues
• Assist with special projects such as inventory

Qualifications

• Be e nrolled in the UWS DC or NMD program
• Be qualified for federal work-study program
• Be able to work independently
• B e reliable
• Be an effective communicat or orally and in writin g

University of Western States offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https://www.uws.edu/about/employment/

University of Western States is an Equal Opportunity Employer.