What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Library Assistant 1 position at University of Western States?
Job Description:
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.