Library Assistant
7/9/2026
Position Summary: The Library Assistant will assist with the day-to-day running of the library focusing on the circulation desk with additional technical services duties.
Job Responsibilities:
- Circulation Desk
- Manage the circulation desk
- Answer student questions and provide coverage for the circulation desk.
- Process library reserves.
- Monitor the library student workers.
- Manage the library ‘s circulation system.
- Process overdue notices and assist with the return of overdue books and equipment.
- Open the library when needed.
- Monitor any building issues, i.e. facility work requests, etc.
- Technical Services
- Assist with the processing of books:
- prepare new books for circulation,
- process withdrawals,
- and process change of locations in the catalog.
- Assist with paperwork for invoices, purchase requests as needed.
- Monitor and order library supplies.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Qualifications:
- Education
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Experience
- Previous library experience preferred.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to work as a team player
Physical Demands:
Work is primarily sedentary, although periods of standing might be required. Manual dexterity to perform routine computer work is required. Working conditions are indoors.