What are the responsibilities and job description for the FWS Spring 2026, Young Library Student Assistant position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
FWS Spring 2026, Young Library Student Assistant
Requisition Number
DU14269
Department Name
1B531:Federal Work Study
Work Location:
401 Hilltop Avenue Lexington, KY 40506
Salary Range
$13.00
Type Of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
Must be currently enrolled student at UK.
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Be able to physically push heavy book carts, shelve materials on lowest and highest shelves (using step stool) and occasionally work in dusty environment.
Shift
Must be available to work Thursdays 6pm – 9pm, Fridays 3pm – 8pm, and Saturdays 3pm – 8pm. Additional hours are available.
Job Summary
Responsibilities include working at the Circulation Desk (checking out books, answering questions, and other patron assistance), Stacks Maintenance (sorting, shelving, shelf reading books) and other tasks as assigned.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Organizational skills, attention to detail.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Customer service.
Deadline To Apply
01/19/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
FWS Spring 2026, Young Library Student Assistant
Requisition Number
DU14269
Department Name
1B531:Federal Work Study
Work Location:
401 Hilltop Avenue Lexington, KY 40506
Salary Range
$13.00
Type Of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
Must be currently enrolled student at UK.
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Be able to physically push heavy book carts, shelve materials on lowest and highest shelves (using step stool) and occasionally work in dusty environment.
Shift
Must be available to work Thursdays 6pm – 9pm, Fridays 3pm – 8pm, and Saturdays 3pm – 8pm. Additional hours are available.
Job Summary
Responsibilities include working at the Circulation Desk (checking out books, answering questions, and other patron assistance), Stacks Maintenance (sorting, shelving, shelf reading books) and other tasks as assigned.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Organizational skills, attention to detail.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Customer service.
Deadline To Apply
01/19/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Salary : $13