Lending Services Assistant

Job no: 503568

Work type: Nonexempt Staff Full-time

Location: Bethlehem

Categories: Information Technology, Library

Are you passionate about helping others and creating positive experiences? Lehigh University seeks a dedicated Lending Services Assistant to serve as the welcoming face of our library community.

Position Number: S78590

This position is a Grade: 6 - 37.5 with an approximate salary range of $31,770 - $38,130 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional front-line customer service at the library circulation desk
• Assist students, faculty, and community members with library inquiries and needs
• Manage library materials including check-out, check-in, and inventory processes
• Maintain organized and welcoming library environment for all patrons
• Support daily circulation operations and administrative tasks
• Handle patron accounts, renewals, and overdue materials
• Collaborate with library staff to ensure smooth operations
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent combination of education and experience; Associates Degree in Library Sciences preferred
• 0-1 years of related work experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Proficiency with computer systems and willingness to learn library software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional demeanor and positive attitude
  
  

Join a prestigious institution committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member contributes to advancing learning and knowledge. We offer comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, tuition benefits, and a collaborative work environment on our beautiful Pennsylvania campus. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.

Ready to advance your career while making a meaningful impact? Apply today! Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.

• The duties of the position do not allow for a remote work option; the employee in this position will be required to work on campus where they can be fully accessible to the Lehigh community
• Occasional weekend hours
• This position works with minors
  
  

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.

Advertised: September 26, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Open until filled