Student Library Assistant 1

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