Library Student Assistant (Late nights & Weekends-FWS)

The California State University; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The California State University’s Stanislaus campus in Turlock is seeking a Library Student Assistant for late nights and weekend shifts under the Federal Work Study program. You will assist at the Circulation Desk, shelve materials, and support library services to students and staff.

This position offers an opportunity to develop customer service, communication, teamwork, and organizational skills in a student-centered library environment.

Qualifications

• Undergrad students must be enrolled in at least six Fall/Spring units.
• Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be enrolled in a minimum of four Fall/Spring units.
• Must have received and accepted Financial Aid award for the current semester/year in which you are applying.

Responsibilities

• Assist users at the Circulation Desk, in the book stacks, and in study areas.
• Answer directional and library service-related questions.
• Refer questions to librarians or staff when appropriate.
• Assist library staff in monitoring and reporting issues throughout the library.
• Retrieve returned materials from indoor and outdoor book drops.
• Shelve all types of library materials.
• Perform shelf-reading functions.
• Use the computerized library system to check materials in and out.
• Assist with opening and closing of library.
• Some outreach tabling activities may be requested on occasion.
• Perform other duties or projects as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Dependability

Computer literacy

Education

Undergraduate enrollment 6 Fall/Spring units

Graduate enrollment 4 Fall/Spring units

Tools

Library system usage

Job description

Library Student Assistant (Late nights & Weekends-FWS)

Apply now Job no: 561109
Work type: Student Assistant - Federal Work Study
Location: Stanislaus - Turlock
Categories: Temporary, Time Varies, Library, On-site (work in-person at business location), Unit 15 - CSUEU - Student Assistants

• Position Summary
• Temporary hourly-intermittent student assistant position available in the University Library.
• Start Date
• Positionavailable on or after September 14, 2026and ending on or before May 22, 2027. Possibility of reappointment based on budget, department needs, and job performance.
• Job Description/Duties
• The Student Assistant plays an important role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for students, faculty, staff, and other library patrons. This is an excellent opportunity to develop valuable customer service, communication, teamwork, and organizational skills while contributing to a welcoming and student-centered library environment.
  • Assist users at the Circulation Desk, in the book stacks, and in study areas.
  • Answer directional and library service-related questions.
  • Refer questions to librarians or staff when appropriate.
  • Assist library staff in monitoring and reporting issues throughout the library.
  • Retrieve returned materials from indoor and outdoor book drops.
  • Shelve all types of library materials.
  • Perform shelf-reading functions.
  • Use the computerized library system to check materials in and out.
  • Assist with opening and closing of library.
  • Some outreach tabling activities may be requested on occasion.
  • Perform other duties or projects as assigned.
• Qualifications
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Must be available to work until 12am and/or weekends.
  • Must be responsible/dependable and report to scheduled shifts on time.
  • Demonstrated ability to use computer; type; alphabetize; take/follow directions from a supervisor.
  • Must be able to interact with library users and remain alert at service desk.
• Required Qualifications
  • Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
  • Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.
  • Must have received and accepted Financial Aid award for the current semester/year in which you are applying.
• Salary Range
• $16.90 per hour.
• Application Deadline
• OPEN UNTIL FILLED
• Additional Information

• Clery Act Disclosure

  Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act,the annual security report (ASR), is now available for viewing at https://www.csustan.edu/epc/clery-safety-reports . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Stanislaus State for the previous three years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the office of the Clery Director located at One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382.

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

  Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact the Human Resources Department at [phone]. California Relay Service is available at [phone] voice and [phone] TDD.As a federal contractor, we are committed to attracting a diverse applicant pool. Please consider completing the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability form (your response will not be shared with the search committee) at:https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/sec503/Self_ID_Forms/VoluntarySelf-ID_CC-305_ENG_QA_508c.pdf .

  CSU Stanislaus hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

  The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California.

• The individuals who appear to be the best qualified for this position will be contacted by telephone or email for an interview.

• INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE