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Student Library Assistant

University of Oklahoma
1 day ago
On-site
Norman, Oklahoma, United States

Pay Range: Target Salary Range: $10.00 per hour

Benefits Eligible: No

Work Schedule: Other

Position Introduction:

The Student Library Assistant (SLA) in Circulation Services is an undergraduate student position that staffs the circulation desks at the west and south entrances to Bizzell; during all hours that the library is open to the public. The circulation desk is often the first point of contact library users and visitors have with the library; SLAs must represent it in a positive and helpful manner.

Successful hires can expect to receive training to build knowledge of:

  • University Libraries policies
  • The Alma LSP (Library Service Platform)
  • Other digital resources; necessary for directing and assisting users.

Job Duties:

  • Working with the public, in person or by phone, to answer inquiries about resources within University Libraries
  • Transferring users; to specialized departments or services
  • Using The Alma LSP, the LC, Dewey call number systems, and various digital resources to help users locate library materials
  • Checking out and discharging library materials
  • Shelving and retrieving 'Reserves' books and technology items
  • Ongoing training and review to ensure retention of policies and procedures
  • Possible special projects or professional development options; based on library need, coordinated with a supervisor

Required Education:

Must be enrolled in the Fall 2026 semester as a student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma. Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

Department Preferences:

  • Previous library and customer service experience
  • Ability and willingness to work weekends
  • Ability and willingness to work during Spring Break, Summer Intersession, Thanksgiving Break, and/or Winter Intersession
  • Ability and willingness to work an established schedule that may include early mornings, late nights, and weekends
  • Sufficient language skills to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate clearly with library users
  • Ability to read labels for shelving
  • Good interpersonal communication skills
  • Dependability
  • Ability to work without close supervision
  • Attention to detail
  • Accuracy with alpha/numeric sequences
  • Keyboarding skills
  • Ability to work in a technology-rich environment
  • Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service
  • Demonstrated ability to be flexible and have a positive attitude

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: No