Work Study - Utica Campus Library Assistant

Work Study - Utica Campus Library Assistant
Salary: Minimum Wage

This is a front-facing position at the library. Workers will be expected to greet and interact with library patrons, answer basic questions, and monitor the library space for messes or disruption. Workers will learn the general operations of the library, and help staff and librarians wherever needed.

General duties include greeting and directing patrons; monitoring for and cleaning messes; keeping the collections tidy and organized; opening and closing the lab and study areas as necessary; checking and refilling printers, staplers, and other supplies regularly; keeping staff and librarians informed about any problems that arise in the library.

Additional duties may be assigned by librarians for special projects throughout the semester.

If interested, please contact:

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a current MVCC student with work study funds available
• Punctuality and dependability a must
• Basic computer skills and the ability to assist students with basic questions
• Ability to learn Library Call No. system to help students find library material
• Open and friendly communication with patrons and staff. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous customer service or library work a plus

Special Instructions: Please bring a copy of your current class schedule at the time of your interview.

Mohawk Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. MVCC maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and global worldview. We value the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. We are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in a world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, different abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.