Student Library Assistant 1

University of Western States

Portland, OR

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Copying Machines, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Insurance, Organizational Skills, Printers, Safety Alerts
LOCATION
Portland, OR
POSTED
10 days ago

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: $16.30 per hour

Number of positions available: multiple

Reports to: 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, assist 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 patrons 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 enrolled in the UWS DC or NMD program

  • Be qualified for federal work-study program

  • Be able to work independently

  • Be reliable

  • Be an effective communicator orally and in writing

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.

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