Library Services Assistant: Circulation & Research Desk

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit, MI seeks a Library Associate for the University Library System to perform routine library tasks and support public and technical services. The role includes circulation, reference, interlibrary loan, and basic cataloging duties using OCLC, Imagine and Horizon.

The incumbent will handle course reserves, respond to patron inquiries, and assist with office operations, data entry, and daily logs.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with basic office experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patrons and staff.
• Data entry skills and accuracy are essential.
• Familiarity with library systems like OCLC, Imagine and Horizon preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle routine circulation, reference and media desk duties.
• Process interlibrary loan requests and serials/renewals; register library cards.
• Assist patrons with bibliographic searches and online systems.
• Support receive/bindery, preservation tasks and daily clerical work.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

OCLC

Imagine

Horizon

Job description

Wayne State University in Detroit, MI seeks a Library Associate for the University Library System to perform routine library tasks and support public and technical services. The role includes circulation, reference, interlibrary loan, and basic cataloging duties using OCLC, Imagine and Horizon.

The incumbent will handle course reserves, respond to patron inquiries, and assist with office operations, data entry, and daily logs.