Student Library Assistant: Reference & Instruction

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music’s Library Reference, Instruction, and Engagement Team is hiring a part-time student employee for the start of September 2026. The role involves interacting with the Berklee community via the library’s website chat and creating educational content that promotes library resources.

The position totals 10–20 hours per week with an hourly rate of $16.97, supervised by Erin Finn. Current students at Berklee or Boston Conservatory at Berklee who are enrolled at least half-time,

Qualifications

• Friendly, considerate, and public‑service oriented.
• Effective oral and written communication in English.
• Comfortable interacting with Berklee students, staff, faculty, and alumni.
• Punctual, dependable, and communicates regularly with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to work independently under guidelines, and refer problems when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Chat live with the Berklee community on the library’s website, answering questions and referring to staff members when appropriate.
• Attend monthly team meetings.
• Navigate the library’s online resources effectively.
• Support instructional efforts by creating content such as displays, social media posts, instructional guides, and videos.
• Assist library staff with conceptualizing and executing projects to promote resources.

Skills

Public service mindset

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability/punctuality

Independent work

Job description

Berklee College of Music’s Library Reference, Instruction, and Engagement Team is hiring a part-time student employee for the start of September 2026. The role involves interacting with the Berklee community via the library’s website chat and creating educational content that promotes library resources.

The position totals 10–20 hours per week with an hourly rate of $16.97, supervised by Erin Finn. Current students at Berklee or Boston Conservatory at Berklee who are enrolled at least half-time,