Mason Square Library Assistant

Virginia AG; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

George Mason University Libraries at the Mason Square Library in Arlington, VA is seeking a part-time, on-site wage employee to provide courteous patron assistance at the service desk and support access services. The role includes assisting with building closing procedures, processing charges, and helping with collections and outreach activities as needed.

Posting dates show October 30, 2026 to November 9, 2026; non-student wage position with schedule Monday-Thursday 3PM-8PM, totaling 20 hours

Qualifications

• Experience using library services platforms or ILS and office software.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication in diverse academic environments.

Responsibilities

• Provides courteous assistance at the Circulation Desk for all patrons.
• Coordinates with Access Services staff to close Mason Square Library on assigned days.
• Charges out library materials, discharges returned materials, accepts payments for fines and fees, answers informational and basic reference questions, works with student assistants who staff the Circulation Desk, and provides other customer service relevant to the library and university; and
• Serves as senior person in charge to coordinate with facilities and services during peak times when staff in Access Services or library administration are not available.
• Assists Access & Outreach Specialist with the organization of event supplies;
• Attends as back-up support to events when necessary;
• Creates marketing and event materials as instructed; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Alma

EBSCO

JSTOR

ProQuest

Job description

Department:

Library

Classification:

GMU Worker

Job Category:

Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type:

Part-Time

Work Schedule:

Mondays to Thursdays: 3PM-8PM (Total of 20 hours per week). Schedule may change depending on departmental needs

Location:

Arlington, VA

Workplace Type:

On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary:

$20.00/hour

Criminal Background Check:

Yes

About the Department:

The George Mason University Libraries is looking for an innovative and service-oriented individual to enhance and support user services and experience at the Mason Square Library, on the George Mason University's campus located in Arlington, VA. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to achieving excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff and encourages candidates to apply to enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.

About the Position:

This is a NON-STUDENT wage position. Non-student wage employees may take courses but are not in a degree program at GMU.

This position is responsible for providing courteous assistance to patrons at the Mason Square Library service desk on the Mason Square Campus, aid in the closing procedures of the building at the end of the day and support the MSL Access Services team when needed with collections and outreach.

Responsibilities:

User Services Support

• Provides courteous assistance at the Circulation Desk in a professional, fair, and consistent manner for all patrons of University Libraries;
• Coordinates with Access Services staff and student assistants to properly close Mason Square Library on assigned days;
• Charges out library materials, discharges returned materials, accepts payments for fines and fees, answers informational and basic reference questions, works with student assistants who staff the Circulation Desk, and provides other customer service relevant to the library and university; and
• Serves as senior person in charge to coordinate with facilities and services during peak times when staff in Access Services or library administration are not available.

Outreach Support

• Assists Access & Outreach Specialist with the organization of event supplies;
• Attends as back-up support to events when necessary;
• Creates marketing and event materials as instructed; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge using a library service platform / integrated library system, office productivity software, or computer equipment and software;
• Strong customer service skills;
• Aptitude for accurate and detail-oriented work;
• Solid organizational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities for self and others, meet deadlines, and exercise good judgment;
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) for providing customer service in a diverse, academic environment and for interacting with library staff, faculty, students, and members of the public;
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills; and
• Ability to remain calm, negotiate fairly and rationally, and exercise sound judgment under time pressure or in emotionally charged situations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Library experience providing circulation and/or reference services;
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with current library systems (such as Alma) and research resources (such as EBSCO, JSTOR, ProQuest, etc.); and
• Experience with graphic design.

Posting Open Date:

October 30, 2026

Posting Close Date:

November 9, 2026

Open Until Filled:

No