What are the responsibilities and job description for the FWS Summer 2026, Medical Center Library Student Library Assistant position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
FWS Summer 2026, Medical Center Library Student Library Assistant
Requisition Number
DU14671
Department Name
1B531:Federal Work Study
Work Location:
780 Rose St Lexington, KY 40536
Salary Range
$13.00
Type Of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
High school diploma.
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Must be able to sit at a computer terminal for several hours at a time. Must be able to lift and carry books that could weigh 30 pounds each.
Shift
Monday – Friday from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm.
Job Summary
Charge and discharge library materials using Alma and ILL Circulation systems. Shelve MCL books. Answer and transfer phone calls. Give directions to walk-in customers. Assist library patrons with information retrieval using InfoKat. Other duties as assigned.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
General computer proficiency. Good organizational research and communication skills. Excellent customer service.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Customer service.
Deadline To Apply
05/22/2026
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 Summer 2026, Medical Center Library Student Library Assistant
Requisition Number
DU14671
Department Name
1B531:Federal Work Study
Work Location:
780 Rose St Lexington, KY 40536
Salary Range
$13.00
Type Of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
High school diploma.
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Must be able to sit at a computer terminal for several hours at a time. Must be able to lift and carry books that could weigh 30 pounds each.
Shift
Monday – Friday from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm.
Job Summary
Charge and discharge library materials using Alma and ILL Circulation systems. Shelve MCL books. Answer and transfer phone calls. Give directions to walk-in customers. Assist library patrons with information retrieval using InfoKat. Other duties as assigned.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
General computer proficiency. Good organizational research and communication skills. Excellent customer service.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Customer service.
Deadline To Apply
05/22/2026
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