Student Library Assistant

Position Details

Position Information Position Title Student Library Assistant Academic Year 2024-2025 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary Student Library Assistant essential responsibilities include providing basic circulation assistance and troubleshooting minor photocopier, printer, and scanner problems.

The Student Library Assistant reports to Library Assistant III Circulation Manager.

This position is open to Federal Work Study and Student Employment. Essential Functions

• Specific tasks include using the library’s software to provide circulation assistance to patrons.
• Duties also include shelving, shifting books, shelf reading, aiding in the de-accessioning of library materials, assisting with opening and / or closing procedures for both the media center and the library, and referring individuals to the appropriate librarian when needed.
• Other tasks include assisting patrons with basic computer software and hardware questions, maintaining printers, and troubleshooting minor equipment problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills. The ability to act professionally in a public service environment.
• To be punctual and attentive to clients.
• Possess good oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in mainstream computer software and the ability to manage basic computer hardware issues.
• Experience working with the public, working with computers, photocopiers, printers.
• Ability to learn quickly, work independently and problem solve.
• Ability to follow directions and enforce Library and media center policy.
• Excellent attendance.
• Proficient in the use of productivity software.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

• Currently enrolled UIW student.
• Must have an overall GPA of 2.5 or greater.

Required Work Experience None. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Library operations / services, audiovisual equipment, and computer software.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None. Work Hours Monday through Friday, including nights and weekends. Physical Demands

• Ability to push book trucks weighing in excess of 100 lbs.
• Ability to bend and to reach shelves higher than 6 feet and must be able to lift at least 20lbs.
30+ days ago