Library Warehouse Associate (16-month Term)

Northwestern University; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 50,388,475 - 60,834,816; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University Oak Grove Library Center in Waukegan, IL, seeks a Library Assistant to prepare items for long-term storage and organize them according to high-density shelving standards. The role is full-time and 16-month term starting September 1, 2026.

Responsibilities include creating work orders, labeling trays, scanning items into the inventory system, unloading deliveries, and maintaining accurate counts and documentation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and push carts weighing up to 300 lbs.
• Capable of reaching, pulling, and standing stationary for long periods of time.
• Ability to use specialized software.
• Experience working with detailed processes.

Responsibilities

• Creates work orders, accurately scans items into the inventory management system.
• Places proper I.D. labels to the correct trays, duplicates and affixes barcode labels to books.
• Unloads full totes of books from delivery van and vacuums books.
• Sorts books by size and fills appropriately sized book trays, documenting count and date.
• Builds trays as needed.
• Receives and stores supplies from vendors.
• Participates in routine housekeeping.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Inventory control software familiarity

Attention to detail

Warehouse experience

Library experience

Tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Location: Waukegan, Illinois

Job Summary

This position is located at the Northwestern University Oak Grove Library Center in Waukegan, IL. The Oak Grove Library Center is not close to public transportation.

Under general supervision, the Library Assistant is responsible for preparing all items and necessary materials prior to the long-term storage of items. This position is responsible for organizing all items according to high-density shelving standards and ensuring that all items are accessible and accurately accounted for both physically and in the inventory management system.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible 16-month term position with an expected start date of September 1, 2026.

Specific Responsibilities

• Creates work orders, accurately scans items into the inventory management system.
• Places proper I.D. labels to the correct trays, duplicates and affixes barcode labels to books.
• Unloads full totes of books from delivery van and vacuums books.
• Sorts books by size and fills appropriately sized book trays, documenting count and date.
• Builds trays as needed.
• Receives and stores supplies from vendors.
• Participates in routine housekeeping.

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or the equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and push carts weighing up to 300 lbs.
• Capable of reaching, pulling, and standing stationary for long periods of time.
• Ability to use specialized software.
• Experience working with detailed processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Warehouse storage experience.
• Library experience.
• Familiarity with inventory control software.

Salary & Benefits

Target hiring pay for this position will be starting at $18.42 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical, sick, and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs.

Work-Life and Wellness

Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care.

Professional Growth & Development

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.