Library Desk Assistant

Missouri Western State University; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Western State University in Saint Joseph, MO, invites applications for a Library Desk Assistant to support library staff at the circulation and information desks. This student position offers practical customer service experience and requires part-time enrollment, with an average of 18 hours per week, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities include checking in/out materials, helping patrons locate resources, shelving using Library of Congress call numbers, handling fines, and

Qualifications

• Required: MoWest student and degree seeking.
• At least an overall 2.0 GPA.
• Enrolled at least part-time.

Responsibilities

• Assists library staff with daily desk functions.
• Checks in/out library materials using patron computer system.
• Assists patrons in locating materials.
• Re-shelves materials using Library of Congress call numbers.
• Handles monetary transactions for fines.
• Maintains neat and orderly work areas.
• Supports disinfecting keyboards, study tables, and rooms.

Skills

Customer service

Patron assistance

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

MoWest Student

Degree Seeking

GPA 2.0

Tools

Library computer system

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Student Financial Services. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361; website )

Position Information

Position Title Library Desk Assistant

Department Library

Appointment Term Academic Year (August - May)

FLSA Non-Exempt

Job Summary

To assist library staff with the daily functions at library desks.

Preferred start date: 08/31/2026

• Basic customer service
• Checking in/out library materials using the patron computer system
• Assist patrons in locating library materials
• Re-shelving library materials using the Library of Congress call number system
• Handling monetary transactions involving payment of fines, etc.
• Basic computer/clerical tasks
• Keeping work area and library areas neat and orderly
• Assist with disinfecting computer keyboards/mice, study tables and study rooms
• Stocking paper and changing toner in the library printers
• Communicate effectively with library patrons
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• MoWest Student
• Degree Seeking
• At least an overall 2.0 GPA
• Enrolled at least part-time

Preferred Qualifications

Federal Work Study eligible students are encouraged to apply.
Preferred start date: 08/31/2026

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Be able to interact and communicate effectively with patrons and library staff
• Be able to push/pull 50lb cart of books
• Ability to shelve and retrieve library materials
• Basic computer/clerical skills and attention to detail is required
• Must be detail-oriented

Physical Demands

Physical Demands Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Demands

Location where duties are to be performed

Library Circulation/Information Desks
Hearnes Library

Federal Work Study Not Required

Hours of Work

• Average 18 hours per week.
• Must be able to work nights and/or weekends between the hours of 7:30am – 8:00pm.

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Student Financial Services. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361; website )

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Yes
• No
• Yes
• No
• * Do you have at least an overall 2.0 GPA?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you enrolled at least part-time?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you currently employed on-campus in another department? If so, what department.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How many hours per week are you available to work? (You cannot work more than 20 hours per week).

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you available to work weekends?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you eligible for Work Study?
  • Yes
  • No
• * To be considered for this library position, please list all available work hours you are available to work while the library is open (a statement of being able to work when ever the applicant is not in class and/or can work any hours will not accepted). The library is open the following hours: Monday-Thursdays: 7:30am - 8:00pm, Fridays: 7:30am - 4:30pm, Saturdays: 10:00am - 2:00pm, Sundays: 2:00pm - 6:00pm.

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

• Required Documents
• Resume
• Course Schedule

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Professional References (3-5 with contact information)