Archives & Stacks Assistant: Hands-on Library Support

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

On-site parking

Job summary

Texas State University Libraries is seeking a Stacks Assistant to support the Archives and Research Center operations at STAR Park. You will retrieve, shelve, transport, and distribute materials to ensure timely access for patrons and staff.

The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and teamwork while maintaining inventory and supporting projects in a climate-controlled storage environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate university vehicles is required.
• Ability to communicate with stakeholders and follow written/verbal instructions; follow procedures.
• Ability to use computers and learn job-related software applications.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work with attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lift and move collection materials up to 80 pounds with assistance or PFAS safety equipment.
• Retrieve, shelve, re-file, and prep materials in a climate-controlled storage environment (~50°F).
• Transport materials between ARC, libraries, and designated facilities.
• Provide courteous customer service and respond to inquiries in person, by phone, and email.
• Process incoming materials: labeling, inventorying, and tracking for storage.
• Maintain inventory, location, and circulation records in collection management systems.
• Operate delivery vehicles, order pickers, and handling equipment following safety procedures.
• Support circulation, interlibrary loan, reading room, and research access requests.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and assist with special projects.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

Tools

Inventory management system

Safety procedures

Job description

Texas State University Libraries is seeking a Stacks Assistant to support the Archives and Research Center operations at STAR Park. You will retrieve, shelve, transport, and distribute materials to ensure timely access for patrons and staff.

The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and teamwork while maintaining inventory and supporting projects in a climate-controlled storage environment.