Student - Library Assistant

The Dugan Library is hiring for a student employee to start in the Fall 2026 semester. The main or circulation desk is often the first contact library users have with the library and its staff members must represent the library in a positive manner. Student assistants must be punctual and dependable. Evening hours may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to library policies and procedures
• Check out and check in materials
• Respond to queries for information and direction (phone & on-site)
• Assist users in locating library web page, the online catalog, and databases
• Take and transfer messages accurately
• Service printer & copier (toner & paper)
• Retrieve library materials
• Shelve library materials
• Keep the library neat and orderly
• Assist in opening or closing the library (specific shifts)
• Assist with general library duties as required
• Late evening shifts may be necessary
• Complete University-required trainings, including FERPA and Title IX
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

• Continued full-time student status (minimum of 12 credit hours)
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Willingness and ability to work an established schedule
• Willingness to learn library policies and procedures
• Good communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work well with others and without close supervision
• Ability to use computers and library automation system
• Sufficient English language skills to understand verbal and written instructions and to communicate with library users.

Number of hours per week: 10-20

Rate of pay: $8.25

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email hr@newmanu.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.