Library Student Assistant

La Sierra University; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

La Sierra University is seeking a Library Student Assistant to support cataloging, acquisitions, circulation, and periodicals. The role involves daily operations under supervision, handling phone inquiries, checking books in/out, and assisting patrons.

Must be a current La Sierra University student. Flexible part-time hours with fall quarter start and potential extension. Light duties may include shelving, processing, and basic clerical tasks.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Answering multiple phone lines.
• Checking books in and out.
• Directing patrons to appropriate locations for help.
• Charging and collecting overdue fees.
• Issuing Library Cards.
• Attending copy machine, adding paper, and clearing jams.
• Printing, and mailing library materials, notices, etc.
• Treating, shelving, and shifting books, including stack checking and organizing.
• Cataloging, Acquisitions, Periodicals processing.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Opening and closing procedures between the hours of 8am and 12pm PST.

Skills

Accuracy

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

La Sierra University student

Job description

Library Student Assistant

Cataloging, Acquisitions, Circulation and Periodicals

Job Description

To assist the department Supervisor in daily operations.

Pay Rate

$16.90/hr.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Answering multiple phone lines.
2. Checking books in and out.
3. Directing patrons to appropriate locations for help.
4. Charging and collecting overdue fees.
5. Issuing Library Cards.
6. Attending copy machine, adding paper, and clearing jams. Including answering general questions.
7. Printing, and mailing library materials, notices, etc.
8. Treating, shelving, and shifting books, including stack checking and organizing.
9. Cataloging, Acquisitions, Periodicals processing
10. Miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor.
11. Opening and closing procedures between the hours of 8am and 12pm PST.

EDUCATION

Must currently be a student of La Sierra University.

EXPERIENCE

Non required, site training is standard procedure.

SKILLS

Accuracy and the ability to work independently as well as in group teams.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS

Light to moderate, including lifting, bending, and kneeling.

HOURS

Flexible Part time.

PERIOD OF AGREEMENT

Fall quarter with possibility of extension to following quarter.