Federal Work Study - Music Library Assistant

Middle Georgia State University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Middle Georgia State University is seeking a part-time Federal Work Study Music Library Assistant to help organize and promote the music library’s collections. The role supports access to scores, recordings, and digital archives across MGA’s choral music holdings.

The Student Music Library Assistant will assist in cataloging, organization, and digital workflows, with up to 19 hours per week, under the choir director and music staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 2.0
• Be enrolled student at Middle Georgia State University for at least 6 credit hours.
• Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Responsibilities

• Add titles to the digital catalog of the music library
• Modify titles in the digital catalog of the music library
• Place music scores in the music library in appropriate storage packets
• Retrieve music from the music library
• Create folders for MGA choirs using titles from the library
• Return used music to the music library
• Other duties as assigned by the choir director

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Time management

Independent work

Reliability

Teamwork

Musical score reading

Digital workflows

Education

Enrolled MGAU student (6+ credit hours)

Minimum GPA 2.0

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Title

Federal Work Study - Music Library Assistant

Location

Middle GA State University

Regular/Temporary

Temporary

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Job ID

303440

About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Job Summary

The Student Music Library Assistant is responsible for assisting in the organization, maintenance, and promotion of the music library¿s collections and resources. This role contributes to organizing and curating MGA¿s vast collection of choral music and supports student and faculty access to scores, recordings, and digital archives. Maximum work hours per week is 19.

Responsibilities

• Add titles to the digital catalog of the music library
• Modify titles in the digital catalog of the music library
• Place music scores in the music library in appropriate storage packets
• Retrieve music from the music library
• Create folders for MGA choirs using titles from the library
• Return used music to the music library
• Other duties as assigned by the choir director

Required Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 2.0
• Be enrolled student at Middle Georgia State University for at least 6 credit hours.
• Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Enrolled as a student at Middle Georgia State University, preferably in Music or related field
• Must be able to lift 10 pounds
• Must be able to use a simple Excel file
• Ability to read a musical score is a plus
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliability and professionalism in meeting commitments
• Familiarity with digital workflows and file management best practices

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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/#p8.2.18_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.

Institutional Values

Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment that supports the dignity of all members of the University community. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Middle Georgia State University. Pursuant to Board of Regents Policy Section 6.6 , federal and state laws and regulations, and our vision, mission, and values, Middle Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.