Part-Time Engineering Library Assistant (Wednesdays)

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University’s Engineering Library in the ECoRE Building at University Park is seeking staff for Fall 2026 through Spring 2027 and beyond. This is a part-time position with a weekly schedule and Wednesday availability, with varying hours by semester.

Responsibilities include charging and discharging library materials, answering questions, providing basic instruction in the catalog and databases, assisting patrons with materials and e-resources, and helping plan outreach events.

Qualifications

• Resume and cover letter attached to your application.
• Availability including the days and times you can work.
• Experience relevant to library services or customer support suggested.

Responsibilities

• Charge and discharge library materials using the library circulation system.
• Answer directional, informational and basic reference questions.
• Provide basic instruction in patron use of the library catalog and subject databases.
• Assist patrons in locating materials, including e-resources and Course Reserves.
• Refer patrons to subject specialists or full-time staff as needed.
• Enforce the Libraries Code of Conduct and the Lending Code.
• Open/Close the library as needed.
• Collect user statistics (room or patron counts, types of questions asked).
• Assist with and help plan outreach and engagement events.
• Assist patrons in use of equipment and troubleshoot technology.

Skills

Customer service

Reference services

Tools

Library circulation system

Course Reserves databases

Job description

Penn State University’s Engineering Library in the ECoRE Building at University Park is seeking staff for Fall 2026 through Spring 2027 and beyond. This is a part-time position with a weekly schedule and Wednesday availability, with varying hours by semester.

Responsibilities include charging and discharging library materials, answering questions, providing basic instruction in the catalog and databases, assisting patrons with materials and e-resources, and helping plan outreach events.