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Facilities Student Assistant - Jerry Falwell Library

Liberty University
United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Sept 2025

About the role

Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion, Jerry Falwell Library Student Worker Assistant will conduct themselves professionally, courteously, and politely in interactions with library employees and customers. They will support one or more of the departments within the Jerry Falwell Library.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts themselves as a professional by being on time and reliable for scheduled hours, adhering to the student worker dress code, and following instructions. Communicates clearly, including responding to emails in a timely manner, answering the phones and, alerting the supervisor to changes in schedule. Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor and library administration. Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission. Performs the duties of the relevant position:

Facilities Student Assistant: enables the Jerry Falwell Library to deliver impressive customer service by working behind the scenes on projects such as setting up for special events; investigating and tracking facility-related work orders; and stocking supplies such as water, paper, toner, and first aid kits. This position requires the ability to perform physical labor, which involves moving furniture, lifting heavy objects, and standing for long periods. The job will occasionally require the use of tools such as a screwdriver, hammer, drill, etc. The individual must be able to receive instructions and complete tasks with little supervision. Occasional special event shifts are required. Reports and follows through on building issues and work orders. Sets up office equipment and library furniture for events, customers, and employees. Tracks and stacks inventory supplies including water, first aid materials, paper, toner, and printing supplies. Helps other departments with opening and closing procedures. Communicates professionally, including email, phone, and face-to-face interactions. Performs occasional cleaning.

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QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Education and Experience

  • Required to be a current student in good academic standing.

  • Federal Work Study approved preferred.

  • Additional requirements and preferences of the relevant position:

Facilities Student Assistant:

  • Able to lift and move 50 or fewer pounds is required.

  • Basic computer skills are preferred.

  • Basic experience using hand tools is preferred.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

  • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.

  • Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.

  • Public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business, government and community customers and associates.

  • Strong organizational skills.

  • Computer and scheduling skills.

Problem Solving

  • Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

  • Required to travel to local and campus locations.

  • May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.

  • Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.

  • Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.

  • Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.

  • Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate. The working environment may also include the facilitation of outdoor events.

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