Student-Centric Library Assistant & Research Support

Colby Community College; Colby (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision plan

Relocation assistance up to $2,000

Job summary

Colby Community College is hiring a Library Associate to assist with daily library operations, including circulation, reference and access to resources, in a welcoming, student-centered environment.

The role emphasizes frontline customer service, research support, instruction, and collaboration with faculty and tutoring services to connect students with appropriate academic resources and services.

Qualifications

• 0–6 months experience in a high customer contact environment with excellent customer service.
• Associate degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily management of library services including circulation, reference, and resources access.
• Provide frontline customer service by greeting patrons, answering questions, and supporting research and information needs.
• Check materials in and out, issue library cards, and maintain accurate records of library usage.
• Shelve, organize, and maintain books, periodicals, and media collections.
• Support interlibrary loan requests, catalog maintenance, and database access under librarian supervision.
• Maintain an orderly, clean, and welcoming environment conducive to student and research.
• Assist students with locating, evaluating, and using print and digital resources effectively.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support in information literacy, research strategies, and technology use.
• Collaborate with faculty and tutoring program to connect students to appropriate academic support services.
• Maintain security and confidentiality of testing materials and student records.
• Assist with updating and maintaining library software systems, online databases, and resources links.

Skills

Customer service

Frontline service

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Colby Community College is hiring a Library Associate to assist with daily library operations, including circulation, reference and access to resources, in a welcoming, student-centered environment.

The role emphasizes frontline customer service, research support, instruction, and collaboration with faculty and tutoring services to connect students with appropriate academic resources and services.