Public Services Student Assistant

merceruniversity; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University is seeking a Public Services Student Assistant in the Tarver Library. The role involves checking library materials in and out, handling items on reserve, and directing patrons to the right staff for assistance.

The student will re-shelve materials, perform shelf-reading, assist with floor printers/copiers, and maintain neat, orderly floors. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.
• Dependability.

Responsibilities

• Check library materials in and out using the web-based circulation system.
• Assist patrons by directing them to the appropriate staff or area.
• Re-shelve items and perform shelf-reading.
• Assist with floor printers/copiers and keep library floors neat and orderly.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Dependability

Job description

Job Family: Student Work Study

Department: Tarver Library

Supervisor: Julia Stuckey

Job Title: Public Services Student Assistant

Job Description

The student assistant in the Public Services Department uses the web-based circulation system to check library materials in and out, including materials on reserve. They respond to patron questions by directing them to the appropriate individual(s) or area(s). Other duties include re-shelving items, shelf-reading, assistant with floor printers/copiers, and ensuring library floors are neat and orderly. Additional duties are assigned as required.

Desired Skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills; accuracy and attention to detail; basic computer skills; dependability

Requirements

This is a Federal Work-Study position open only to Mercer University students who have been granted a work-study award.

Pay Rate: $10.00 per hour; $0.25 raise each academic year

Scheduled Hours: 8

Start Date: 08/20/2026

End Date: 05/8/2027