Engineering Library Assistant – Patron Support

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Penn State Engineering Library is located in the ECoRE Building on the University Park Campus and is seeking staff for Fall 2026 continuing into Spring 2027 and beyond. This part-time position requires Wednesday shifts with morning and afternoon availability on other days.

Hours and schedule vary and extra shifts may be available. The ideal candidate is warm, outgoing, and reliable, with strong communication and interpersonal skills and comfort using technology.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact comfortably with technology.
• Training will be provided for the catalog and operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Charge and discharge library materials using the library circulation system
• Answer directional, informational and basic reference questions
• Provide basic instruction in patron use of the library catalog and subject databases
• Assist patrons in locating materials, including e-resources and Course Reserves
• Refer patrons to subject specialists or full-time staff as needed
• Enforce the Libraries Code of Conduct and the Lending Code
• Open/Close the library as needed
• Collect user statistics (room or patron counts, types of questions asked)
• Assist with and help plan outreach and engagement events
• Assist patrons in use of equipment and troubleshoot technology
• In the absence of full-time staff, resolve problems with patron behavior, physical plant, and security

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Technology interaction

Tools

Library circulation system

Library catalog

Subject databases

Job description

The Penn State Engineering Library is located in the ECoRE Building on the University Park Campus and is seeking staff for Fall 2026 continuing into Spring 2027 and beyond. This part-time position requires Wednesday shifts with morning and afternoon availability on other days.

Hours and schedule vary and extra shifts may be available. The ideal candidate is warm, outgoing, and reliable, with strong communication and interpersonal skills and comfort using technology.