Library Materials Processing Assistant - FWS

University of West Georgia; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of West Georgia is seeking a Federal Work Study - Technical Services Processing Assistant for the West Georgia Regional Library. This temporary, part-time role supports processing, labeling, RFID tagging, and routing library materials within UWG's library system.

Ideal candidates are UWG students enrolled in at least 6 credits with strong computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team.

Qualifications

• Must be a UWG student enrolled in 6 credit hours or more.
• Must have and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0.
• Excellent computer skills are required.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unpack shipments of new library materials, including books, audiovisual items, and other collection materials.
• Verify incoming materials against purchase orders or packing slips.
• Prepare materials for circulation by applying barcodes, spine labels, property stamps, RFID tags, and protective coverings.
• Repair or replace damaged labels, covers, or barcodes on library materials.
• Assist with the withdrawal of materials in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain organization of materials awaiting processing or distribution.
• Assist with inventory projects, collection shifting, or special technical services projects as assigned.
• Route items to member libraries in a timely fashion.
• Follow all library policies, procedures, and cataloging standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Enrolled UWG student (6 credits+)

Job description

The University of West Georgia is seeking a Federal Work Study - Technical Services Processing Assistant for the West Georgia Regional Library. This temporary, part-time role supports processing, labeling, RFID tagging, and routing library materials within UWG's library system.

Ideal candidates are UWG students enrolled in at least 6 credits with strong computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team.