Student Assistant, Collections Services (Federal Work Study) in Library West

Classification Title:

Federal Work Study- Student Assistant

Job Description:

As a member of the Library West Collection Services team, the Student Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of Library West. This position focuses on accurately re-shelving a high volume of circulating materials and performing essential tasks that help maintain the library’s organization and function. The Student Assistant will report directly to the Collections Services Manager and assist with various collection-related duties, including participation in the Library West Google Books project.

Training with library software, Library of Congress classification system, and Library West policies is provided during onboarding.

 

Work Schedule:

This position will begin work in Spring 2025. Adjustments to this schedule will be made on an as-needed basis. The current need is for 10-20 hours per week and requires an active Federal Work Study award (please include this in your online application).

 

Library West Operations:

• Accurately re-shelve circulating library materials, ensuring items are promptly placed in order by the Library of Congress classification system.
• Shift sections of library materials to new locations, relabel, dust, and block shelves as needed to maintain the library’s organization and cleanliness.
• Walks established routes through the library to locate materials that are not in use and must be re-shelved.
• Take statistics and record relevant information to track and support library operations.
• Assist with pulling materials for the Google Books project, ensuring that items match shipment criteria, and reporting any discrepancies or issues to supervisors.
• Maintains working knowledge of competencies required by the Library of Congress classification system and UF Libraries policies.
• Assists patrons with questions about the collection and UF Libraries policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned, which may include supporting collection management tasks and assisting with general library functions.

Expected Salary:

$13.50/hour

Minimum Requirements:

• Communicative with the Collections Services Management promptly with any schedule changes
• Analytical – High attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively and cordially with a diverse population
• Self-motivated and comfortable with a high level of autonomy
• Basic computer skills: experience with Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel and Outlook
• Capable of maintaining multiple ongoing projects

Preferred Qualifications:   Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No

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