Stacks Transfer & Inventory Assistant

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston is hiring a Stacks Management Assistant to oversee transfers to the Oak Grove Library Center. You will pull items from shelves, assess condition, pack them, and update locations in Alma.

The role supports project timelines and provides regular updates to stakeholders on an onsite basis. The 16-month, full-time position starts September 1, 2026, with typical hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with Alma or similar library systems is a plus.
• Strong communication and detail-oriented work habits.

Responsibilities

• Pull, pack, and update item locations for transfer to Oak Grove Library Center.
• Identify items needing preservation work and adjust workflows.
• Oversee progress to meet project timelines and report status.
• Communicate with Oak Grove and Preservation staff about logistics.
• Update inventory, edit holdings, and track missing items.
• Contribute to supervisor-maintained statistics.
• May train and supervise student employees.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Project coordination

Independent and team work

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Alma

MS Office

iPad

Job description

Northwestern University in Evanston is hiring a Stacks Management Assistant to oversee transfers to the Oak Grove Library Center. You will pull items from shelves, assess condition, pack them, and update locations in Alma.

The role supports project timelines and provides regular updates to stakeholders on an onsite basis. The 16-month, full-time position starts September 1, 2026, with typical hours Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.