Graduate Assistant, Library Services

Barry University; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Barry University in Miami Shores is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Library Services. You will support interlibrary loan operations, verify bibliographic information, and ensure timely delivery of materials to patrons.

The role offers hands-on experience in resource sharing and library workflows. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and enrollment in a graduate program, plus strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Enrollment in a graduate degree program.
• In good academic standing and eligible for graduate assistantship.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Canvas.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process incoming and outgoing interlibrary loan requests using library resource-sharing platforms; confirm request accuracy and availability via catalogs/databases.
• Retrieve, package, label, and distribute requested library materials while supporting access and sharing initiatives.
• Scan, edit, and electronically deliver journal articles, book chapters, and other materials in compliance with copyright guidelines; maintain request queues and resolve issues.
• Provide customer service to faculty, students, and staff by responding to inquiries regarding request status, renewals, citations, billing concerns, and policies via email, phone, and in person.
• Maintain accurate transaction records, statistical reports, and activity logs; assist with documentation, policy updates, and special projects.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate student enrollment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canvas

Job description

Graduate Assistant, Library Services### Graduate Assistant, Library ServicesApply: Miami Shores- Main Campus: Part time: Posted Yesterday: R0007971# **Summary**Interlibrary Loan Graduate Assistant supports the efficient sharing of library resources by assisting with the borrowing and lending of materials between libraries. Working under the supervision of interlibrary loans supervisor, this position processes interlibrary loan requests, verifies bibliographic information, communicates with partner institutions, and helps ensure the delivery of materials to patrons. The Graduate Assistant maintains accurate records, provides customer service to library patrons, and assists with troubleshooting access and fulfillment issues. This role offers valuable experience in resource sharing, library systems, information access, and academic library operations while contributing to the library's mission of expanding access to scholarly resources. # **Essential Functions*** Review, verify, and process incoming and outgoing interlibrary loan requests using library resource-sharing platforms; confirm request accuracy and availability of materials through library catalogs and databases.* Retrieve, package, label, and distribute requested library materials while supporting collection access and resource-sharing initiatives.* Scan, edit, and electronically deliver journal articles, book chapters, and other materials in compliance with copyright and fair-use guidelines; maintain request queues and resolve processing issues.* Provide customer service to faculty, students, and staff by responding to inquiries regarding request status, renewals, citations, billing concerns, and resource-sharing policies through email, phone, and in-person interactions.* Maintain accurate transaction records, statistical reports, and activity logs; assist with departmental documentation, policy updates, special projects, and other library support activities. # **Qualifications/Requirements*** Bachelor's Degree required* Enrollment in a graduate degree program* Must be in good academic standing and meet all departmental and university requirements for graduate assistantship eligibility.* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear feedback and interact professionally with students, faculty, and staff.* Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, meet deadlines, and work effectively during high-volume academic periods.* Proficiency with common technology tools, including Microsoft Office and learning management systems such as Canvas.**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**20Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.