Rare-Collections Assistant & Public Services Aide

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kansas is seeking a Public Services Student Assistant for Spencer Research Library. The role involves paging, shelving, and maintaining rare books, plus staff at reception and reference desks.

You will assist with events, blog posts, and curatorial support, while handling materials and microfilm equipment with care. The ideal candidate is a KU library user with reliable scheduling, strong attention to detail, and customer service experience, comfortable with light lifting and

Qualifications

• Availability to work in short blocks and rotate schedules.
• Experience with library or customer-facing roles is preferred.
• Reliable and able to maintain a weekly schedule.

Responsibilities

• Stacks maintenance: paging, shelving, and handling archival material.
• Public service: staffing reception desks and assisting patrons.
• Support special projects and events, including blog posts and displays.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Reliability

Time management

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Job description

University of Kansas is seeking a Public Services Student Assistant for Spencer Research Library. The role involves paging, shelving, and maintaining rare books, plus staff at reception and reference desks.

You will assist with events, blog posts, and curatorial support, while handling materials and microfilm equipment with care. The ideal candidate is a KU library user with reliable scheduling, strong attention to detail, and customer service experience, comfortable with light lifting and