Senior Library Assistant

Req Id: 43342

Job Title: Senior Library Assistant

City: Fort Wayne

Job Description:

Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:

We are currently seeking a full-time, on-site Senior Library Assistant in our Library. This position blends hands-on work with digital archives with frontline service to students, faculty, and community members. The pay for this position is $17.00/hr.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Upload and maintain digital assets (images, documents, etc.), create and correct metadata and transcriptions, ensure quality digitization, and troubleshoot issues in digital systems.
• Assist patrons with circulation and reference services; answer basic to mid-level research questions.
• Instruct users in effective search strategies and use of library databases.
• Provide training and support for patrons using library equipment (computers, printers, microform readers, etc.) and specialized technology in the library.
• Troubleshoot and report technology issues to library IT.
• Train and schedule student employees; review their work for accuracy and quality; provide direction during shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Deliver courteous, professional assistance in person, online, and by phone.
• Communicate library policies clearly; handle patron concerns and referrals to other departments.
• Work with librarians, library IT, and other library staff on cross-departmental projects; contribute to special projects and initiatives that advance library services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• HS Diploma/GED.
• College course work- Experience will be accepted in lieu of education.
• 2 yrs. exp required in computer skills, high level of customer service, and interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Computer skills: Internet searching, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Photoshop abilities.
• Other required skills: Active listening and effective written and oral communication skills, including communicating technical information to non-technical people.
• Ability to interpret information, analyze, and solve problems.
• Ability to be meticulous when needed.
• Utilize time management skills to meet project deadlines.
• Perform basic and routine bibliographical searches using diverse computer systems and networks.
• Provide quality customer service.
• Work as a team member and foster a cooperative work environment.
• Able to self-motivate and quickly adapt to a changing environment, and to find solutions in a complex situation.
• Flexibility of work schedule dictated by the university academic calendar and university holidays.
• Work Schedule: Sunday noon - 9pm, Monday - Wednesday 8am - 5pm, Thursday noon - 9pm.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Library Science or Library and Information Science coursework, certificate, or degree.
• Digital archives and library circulation and/or reference experience encouraged.
• Work experience in an academic library or employment in an academic setting.
• Experience supervising or training student employees.
• Familiarity with digital archiving, digital asset management, and library management systems (such as ExLibris Alma/Primo and ILLiad).
• Knowledge of library databases, basic search theory, the Library of Congress Classification system, library circulation policies, and familiarity with electronic library resources including library databases and basic library systems.
• Ability to adapt to and learn new technologies strongly preferred.

Benefits:

• Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
• Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
• Insurance starts on first day of employment.
• Generous Paid Time Off - additional PTO in December.
• Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/

Additional Information:

• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.
• A background and misconduct check will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Posting Start Date: 7/29/26