Circulation Assistant

Dominican University; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Dominican University is seeking part-time undergraduate students for library staff roles during Fall 2026 - Spring 2027. Responsibilities include checking materials in and out, assisting patrons, and managing study room reservations. Applicants must have solid basic computer skills and a dependability in task completion.

This role supports the university's mission of preparing students for compassionate service and engagement in a just world. A resume, cover letter, and class schedule are required for application.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of or ability to learn the Library of Congress and Dewey Classification systems.
• Basic computer skills.
• Dependable.

Responsibilities

• Staff the circulation desk and check library materials in and out.
• Assist patrons with reserve items.
• Facilitate study room reservations.
• Direct inquiries to proper library personnel.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Knowledge of Library Classification systems

Basic computer skills

Dependable

Education

Part-time degree-seeking student

Job description

OPEN TO: Dominican University Undergraduate Students

DATES OF AVAILABILITY: Fall 2026 - Spring 2027

Hourly Rate: $15.00

ITEMS TO INCLUDE IN APPLICATION: Resume, Cover Letter, and Class Schedule

Expectations for all Dominican employees: To support the University’s mission of preparing students to pursue truth, to give compassionate service, and to participate in the creation of a more just and humane world.

Responsibilities

• Staff the circulation desk, check library materials in and out, and shelve the collection
• Assist patrons with reserve items
• Facilitate study room reservations
• Direct all inquiries to proper library personnel
• Perform other duties as requested, delegated, or assigned

Qualifications

• Knowledge of or ability to learn the Library of Congress and Dewey Classification systems
• Basic computer skills
• Dependable
• Must be enrolled as at least a part-time, degree-seeking student in a Dominican University Undergraduate Program