Jerry Falwell Library Student Worker Assistant

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty University’s Jerry Falwell Library is seeking a Library Systems and Technologies Student Assistant to support library staff and customers, providing reliable, courteous service while adhering to campus policies.

The role includes working with the ASRS and other library technologies, assisting with systems tasks, responding to inquiries, and reporting to the Library Systems Administrator. A current student in good standing is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Liberty University student.
• Federal Work Study approved preferred.
• Ability to develop apps and knowledge of computer languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be punctual and reliable for scheduled hours and follow dress code.
• Respond to emails, answer phones, and notify supervisor of schedule changes.
• Perform duties assigned by supervisor and library administration.
• Adhere to Liberty University policies and represent the University appropriately.
• Work as part of a team and support LU's mission.
• Perform duties of Library Systems and Technologies Student Assistant and report to Library Systems Administrator.
• Work closely with the ASRS and other library technologies.
• Provide basic computer troubleshooting.
• Assist with ASRS tasks: bin auditing, shifting, picking, and resizing items.
• Develop content for library technologies (digital signage, media wall, touchscreens).

Skills

Professional communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Technical troubleshooting

Education

Current student in good academic standing

Tools

Library ASRS system

Library systems

Job description

Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion, Jerry Falwell Library Student Worker Assistant will conduct themselves professionally, courteously, and politely in interactions with library employees and customers. They will support one or more of the departments within the Jerry Falwell Library.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts themselves as a professional by being on time and reliable for scheduled hours, adhering to the student worker dress code, and following instructions.
• Communicates clearly, including responding to emails in a timely manner, answering the phones and, alerting the supervisor to changes in schedule.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor and library administration.
• Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's mission.
• Performs the duties of the relevant position: Library Systems and Technologies Student Assistant: supports and reports to the Library Systems Administrator.
• This employee works closely with the Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) and other technologies housed within the Jerry Falwell Library.
• This position reports to the Library Systems Administrator.
• Provides basic computer troubleshooting.
• Performs duties related to the ASRS including bin auditing, shifting, picking, and resizing items.
• Develops content that can be applied to various library technologies such as digital signage, media wall, and interactive touchscreens.
• Additional information may be found here.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

• Education and Experience Required to be a current student in good academic standing.
• Federal Work Study approved preferred.
• Additional requirements and preferences of the relevant position: Library Systems and Technologies Student Assistant: Ability to develop apps is preferred. Knowledge of computer languages is preferred.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

• Communication and Comprehension Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business, government and community customers and associates.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer and scheduling skills.
• Problem Solving Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Required to travel to local and campus locations.
• May be required to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate. The working environment may also include the facilitation of outdoor events.

Work Hours

This position is normally scheduled for 12-18 hours per week. Must be willing to work mornings and occasional special events.

Time Type

Part time

Location

Onsite

Pay Rate

Starting at $12.77 Student employees are paid at least the current Virginia minimum wage per hour. Pay may vary by position and department based on job responsibilities, required skills, available funding, and market conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.

Application Process

Before you begin an application, please review our application process.

About Us

Come develop and improve valuable skills to use throughout your career by working at LU! We have many positions open that provide opportunities for students to serve the local Lynchburg community. Many offer flexible schedules to allow students to attend classes and complete their coursework. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been Training Champions for Christ since 1971. As one of the nation’s largest Christian universities, Liberty employs a diverse community of faculty, staff, and student professionals who are united by a shared mission and commitment to excellence. Through their dedication and service, Liberty employees help create a collaborative, faith-driven environment that supports meaningful work and lasting impact.