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Creative Technology Assistant (Student)

American University
Bender Library, United States, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Aug 2026
💰 $36,000/yr

About the role

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

 

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.

 

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Department:

Reserves

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

 The Creative Technology Student Assistant supports the library and its services by operating the Makerspace and maintaining the circulating Media and Technology collection. This position offers routes for specialization depending on previous experience, interest, and availability. Students are expected to work 10-16 hours per week. Federal Work Study is encouraged but not required.  

 

This position is hiring for the Makerspace student assistant track. 

 

Essential Functions: 

  • Answering tickets using ServiceNow as well as maintaining a consistent presence on Microsoft Teams.

  • Managing the department’s technology collection, including checking out technology to users and reshelving technology.

  • Effectively communicating with supervisors who are often not within the space.

  • Assisting patrons with understanding library resources and services. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

  • Part-time.

  • 12 hours per week.

Salary Range:

  • $18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience: 

  • High school diploma or its equivalent.

  • High level of honesty and integrity, with excellent customer service, interpersonal, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and handle monetary transactions.

  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

  • Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to move carts, machines, equipment, and other materials around. 

 

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Familiarity with the Library of Congress call number system.

  • Experience with 3D modeling

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