Student Library Assistant - Part-Time

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Part-Time Student: Library Associate I for the Beaumont Branch. You must be a current UK student; the role is off-campus with a local Lexington employer and not affiliated with UK.

You will assist patrons with circulation, library resources, databases, and the catalog, and support readers’ advisory by recommending books. Maintain a welcoming space and follow library policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must be a current University of Kentucky student.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with circulation activities and library card accounts.
• Help users access resources, databases, and the catalog.
• Support readers’ advisory by suggesting books and authors.
• Explain library policies and refer issues to supervisory staff.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming environment and report facility issues.
• Use library email to stay informed of library operations.

Skills

Customer service

Library operations

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

OPAC

Job description

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Part-Time Student: Library Associate I for the Beaumont Branch. You must be a current UK student; the role is off-campus with a local Lexington employer and not affiliated with UK.

You will assist patrons with circulation, library resources, databases, and the catalog, and support readers’ advisory by recommending books. Maintain a welcoming space and follow library policies.