Library Student Assistant (Late nights & Weekends-FWS)

California State University, Stanislaus; Turlock, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

CSU Stanislaus is seeking a Library Student Assistant for late nights and weekends under the Federal Work Study program. The role supports the Circulation Desk, stacks, and study areas, with in-person duties at the University Library in Turlock.

Starting September 14, 2026 and ending May 22, 2027, with possible renewal. Responsibilities include shelving, shelf-reading, checking materials in/out, assisting with opening/closing, and occasional outreach; requires enrollment in 6+ units (undergrad)

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in 6+ Fall/Spring units (undergrad).
• Graduate students must be enrolled in 4 Fall/Spring units.
• Must have received and accepted Financial Aid for current term.

Responsibilities

• Assist users at Circulation Desk, stacks, and study areas.
• Answer library service questions and refer to librarians as needed.
• Monitor and report issues throughout the library.
• Check materials in/out using the library system.
• Assist with opening/closing of the library.
• Shelve materials and perform shelf-reading.
• Possible outreach tabling responsibilities.

Skills

Customer service

Typing

Alphabetizing

Follow directions

Interact with users

Education

Undergraduate enrolled in 6+ units

Graduate student enrolled in 4+ units

Tools

Library computer system

Job description

Library Student Assistant (Late nights & Weekends-FWS)

Apply now Job no: 561109 Department: Academic Affairs 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
• Position available on or after September 14, 2026 and ending on or before May 22, 2027. Possibility of reappointment based on budget, department needs, and job performance.
• Job Description/Duties
• • 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.
• 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.

  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_JRF_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
• Advertised: September 14, 2026 (9:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time
• Applications close: Open Until Filled
• Job Search Category/Discipline
• Library
• Time Basis
• Time Varies
• Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)
• On-site (work in-person at business location)

Locations

Central California

Job Filters

Appointment Type

• Temporary

• Student Assistant - Federal Work Study 1

• Unit 15 - CSUEU - Student Assistants

• Library

• Time Varies

• On-site (work in-person at business location)