SASC Collections Services Student Assistant

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Florida in Gainesville seeks a SASC Collections Services Student Assistant to support library operations on the Main Campus. The role focuses on pulling and re-shelving high volumes of circulating materials and assisting with collection duties, including the Google Books project.

Training on library software and classification systems is provided during onboarding. 10 hours per week at $15.00/hr, with preference for Federal Work Study; candidate reports to Print Collections Support

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a student, half time or more, at the University of Florida.
• High attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills: experience with Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Accurately page and re-shelve circulating library materials, ensuring items are promptly placed in order by the Library of Congress classification system.
• Shift sections of library materials to new locations, relabel, dust, and block shelves as needed to maintain the library’s organization and cleanliness.
• Take statistics and record relevant information to track and support library operations.
• Assist with pulling materials for the Google Books project, ensuring that items match shipment criteria, and reporting any discrepancies or issues to supervisors.
• Maintain working knowledge of competencies required by the Library of Congress & Dewey classification systems and UF Libraries policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned, which may include supporting collection management tasks and assisting with general library functions.

Job description

SASC Collections Services Student Assistant

Job no: 541461
Work type: Student Ast
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Libraries/Museums, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department: 55070000 - LB-SPEC - AREA STUDIES COLLECT

Classification Title:

SASC Collections Services Student Assistant

Must be registered as a student, half time or more, at the University of Florida.

Job Description:

As a member of the Smathers Library Collection Services team, the Student Assistant plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of library operations. This position focuses on accurately pulling and re-shelving a high volume of circulating materials and performing essential tasks that help maintain the library’s organization and function. The Student Assistant will report directly to the Print Collections Support Personnel and assist with various collection-related duties, including participation in the Google Books project.

Training with library software, Dewey Decimal & Library of Congress classification systems, and Smathers Library policies is provided during onboarding.

Smathers Library Operations:

• Accurately page and re-shelve circulating library materials, ensuring items are promptly placed in order by the Library of Congress classification system.
• Shift sections of library materials to new locations, relabel, dust, and block shelves as needed to maintain the library’s organization and cleanliness.
• Take statistics and record relevant information to track and support library operations.
• Assist with pulling materials for the Google Books project, ensuring that items match shipment criteria, and reporting any discrepancies or issues to supervisors.
• Maintain working knowledge of competencies required by the Library of Congress & Dewey classification systems and UF Libraries policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned, which may include supporting collection management tasks and assisting with general library functions.

Work Schedule:

This position will begin work during the fall of 2026 and could extend to additional semesters if necessary. The current need is for 10 hours per week. An active Federal Work Study award is preferred (please include this in your online application).

$15.00 /hr

Required Qualifications:

• Must be registered as a student, half time or more, at the University of Florida.
• Communicate with the Collections Services supervisors regarding scheduling
• Ability to lift 40-pound boxes and stand on stools and high ladders
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively and cordially
• Self-motivated and comfortable with a high level of autonomy
• Basic computer skills: experience with Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel and Outlook
• Capable of maintaining multiple ongoing projects

Preferred:

• Prior experience in a library, archives, museum, bookstore, warehouse, retail, inventory, or other setting involving organization and handling of large volumes of materials.
• Familiarity with, or interest in learning, Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal classification systems.
• Experience working independently on repetitive, detail-focused tasks while maintaining accuracy and productivity.

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 24 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 06 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.