Job Description

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title
Library Desk Assistant


Department
Library


Appointment Term
Academic Year (August - May)


FLSA
Non-Exempt


Job Summary


Will assist library staff with the daily functions at library desks.

Essential Duties

• Basic customer service
• Checking in/out library materials using Sierra computer system
• Assist patrons in locating library materials
• Re-shelving library materials using the Library of Congress call number system
• Handling monetary transactions involving payment of fines, etc.
• Basic computer/clerical tasks
• Keeping work area and library areas neat and orderly
• Assist with disinfecting computer keyboards/mice, study tables and study rooms
• Stocking paper and changing toner in the library printers
• Communicate effectively with library patrons
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• MWSU Student
• Degree Seeking
• At least an overall 2.0 GPA
• Enrolled at least part-time
• May need to qualify for Federal Work Study

Preferred Qualifications


Federal Work Study eligible students are encouraged to apply.
Preferred start date: 8-26-24

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Be able to interact and communicate effectively with patrons and library staff
• Be able to push/pull 50lb cart of books
• Ability to shelve and retrieve library materials
• Basic computer/clerical skills and attention to detail is required
• Be detail-oriented

Physical Demands
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.


Additional Demands

Location where duties are to be performed


Library Circulation/Information Desks
Hearnes Library

Federal Work Study
Not Required


Hours of Work

• Average 15 hours per week.
• Must be able to work nights and/or weekends between the hours of 12:00 pm - 10:00pm.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
ST151P


Number of Vacancies
3


Open Date
06/10/2024


Priority Deadline
08/30/2024


Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions Summary


All students are encouraged to apply for Federal Work Study. You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit all requested documentation (if applicable) for your eligibility to be determined.

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361; website )

Job Tags

Part time, Night shift, Weekend work,

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