Federal Work Study - Library Assistant (Floyd Campus)

Inside Higher Ed; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Part time

Job summary

A public higher education institution is seeking a part-time Library Assistant for its Floyd Campus. The role involves providing customer service, managing library materials, and supporting the library's operations. Candidates must be enrolled at Georgia Highlands College, Pell Grant eligible, and making satisfactory academic progress. This position offers $12 per hour, with flexible work hours and an excellent opportunity to develop valuable skills while continuing education.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled at Georgia Highlands College.
• Must be Pell Grant eligible (FAFSA).
• Must be making satisfactory academic progress (SAP).

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to library users in person and by phone.
• Utilize library management system to process borrowing and returning of library materials.
• Perform basic reference duties and assist with display creation.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service skills and practices

Ability to learn software programs

Ability to learn library and college policies

Education

Enrolled at Georgia Highlands College

Pell Grant eligible

Making satisfactory academic progress

Job description

Job Title: Federal Work Study - Library Assistant (Floyd Campus)
Location: GHC - Floyd Campus
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Part‑Time
Job ID: 282640

Job Summary

The FWS Student Assistant position provides support for various functions within the library and testing work environments and offers excellent opportunities for students to grow their skills while furthering their education.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to library users in person and by phone
• Utilize library management system (LMS) to process borrowing and returning of library materials
• Basic reference duties, such as answering questions on basic searching, technology, college, information, directions, and similar tasks
• Maintenance of physical library materials, such as shelving, shifting books, shelf reading, and inventory
• Assist with display creation and maintenance as well as posting of marketing materials
• Support and maintain the professional appearance of the library and/or testing center
• Maintain and collect data on library use as directed
• Provide general office and administrative support assistance
• Maintain the confidentiality of all patron records for the library and/or testing center
• Show willingness to learn job‑related skills and systems including new technology, policy and procedure
• Perform related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled at Georgia Highlands College
• Must be Pell Grant eligible (FAFSA)
• Must be making satisfactory academic progress (SAP)
• Must have an unmet need based on total cost of attendance of student

Proposed Salary

$12 per hour

Optional Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Some knowledge of interpersonal communication
• Some knowledge of customer service skills and practices
• Ability to learn software programs used by GHC
• Ability to learn library and college policies and procedures

Contact Information

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USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on‑line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.218_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on‑line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal opportunity institution, Georgia Highlands College is committed to recruiting, hiring, training, promoting and educating persons without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status. Any individuals requiring reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application, selection or employment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources at 706-802-5136. GHC expects successful applicants to share this commitment.