Student - Library Associate I - Part-Time (Eastside Branch)

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,570 - 25,024; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive compensation

Paid Personal Days

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Free Parking

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A local educational employer in Lexington, KY seeks a Student - Library Associate I for part-time work. Responsibilities include assisting customers with library services, providing customer support, and maintaining library operations. A High School Diploma or GED is required, and candidates must have strong communication skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. The position offers competitive compensation and flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Quickly learn library procedures after training.
• Establish positive working relationships with customers.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Effectively communicate with customers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service assisting with checkout tasks.
• Help customers with library card accounts.
• Assist in utilizing library tools and resources.
• Perform routine collection maintenance tasks.
• Interact positively with diverse customers and staff.

Skills

Customer service skills

Basic knowledge of library operations

Effective communication

Troubleshooting skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Library systems

Job description

Student - Library Associate I - Part-Time (Eastside Branch)

Requisition Number: SE04313

Department: 3J5SE: Student Employment

Location: Lexington, KY

Campus: Off Campus

Salary: $15.46

Position Type: Student (Part‑time)

Hours Per Week: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 2:30 pm‑7:00 pm; alternate weekends – Saturday 9:00 am‑5:00 pm, Sunday 12:30 pm‑5:00 pm; occasional schedule changes possible.

Job Summary: You must be a current University of Kentucky student to apply for this position. This position is located off campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Provide exceptional customer service by teaching and assisting customers with checkout and other circulation-related tasks.
• Assist customers with library card accounts, including processing applications, verifying and updating account information, and accepting payment on accounts, with latitude to resolve customer complaints.
• Assist customers in utilizing library tools, including the library’s website and databases, digital material formats, the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), copiers, computers, printers, etc.
• Assist customers in utilizing internet and electronic resources, including websites, social media sites, job search sites, email accounts, online forms, etc.
• Assist customers with Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proactively seek out customers to offer assistance in all parts of the library or department.
• Suggest books and authors to customers upon request and assist customers in locating and reserving library materials.
• Provide accurate information about library resources and services to customers.
• Explain the policies, procedures and code of conduct to customers. Refer to appropriate supervisory level as needed.
• Perform routine collection maintenance tasks according to assignment.
• Assist in checking in returned materials, pulling reserve items for customer pickup, and returning materials to the shelves.
• Offer programming support and assist with programs under the direction of a supervisor.
• Utilize library e‑mail on a daily basis in order to stay informed about library matters.
• Advise customers of LPL Customer Use of Library Spaces and Computer and Internet Use policies or refer to supervisor/manager as appropriate.
• Respect the facility and work environment by keeping work area neat, handling minor cleanups, and reporting maintenance issues promptly and appropriately.
• Interact and communicate pleasantly and effectively with diverse customers and staff, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor and providing friendly courteous service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Quickly learn and apply fundamental library procedures, methods, and techniques after orientation and training.
• Establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with library customers and co‑workers.
• Provide basic readers’ advisory.
• Troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Must have working knowledge of current Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office products and navigation of the Internet.
• Carry out with limited supervision continuing assignments related to the daily operations of the library.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Effectively communicate both orally and in writing with customers and staff.
• Learn and adapt to new and changing technologies and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Understand the boundaries of job responsibilities and refer customers to trained library staff appropriately.
• Work the required schedule and help fill in schedule gaps occasionally.
• Some knowledge of or ability to quickly learn and follow standard library procedures.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation.

Benefits:

• Flexible scheduling (That hard to get appointment that can only be scheduled during work? Don’t worry. We can be flexible.)
• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience.
• Paid Personal Days.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Exceptional training and support to give you the resources you need to be successful.
• Employee discounts (YMCA, cell phone stipends, etc.).
• Free Parking.
• And a great team of coworkers committed to helping others succeed.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Efficiently operate and manipulate office equipment such as keyboard, mouse, printer and copier equipment.
• Transport, place and remove books from any shelf of a 90” high shelving unit.
• Climb a step stool or alternate method to secure books and other library materials.
• Perform essential functions which require transporting materials weighing up to 40 lbs, and standing for periods of 2‑3 hours.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hazards/Unusual Working Conditions: Work is often performed in and around books, shelves, and computers, requiring adherence to industry safety procedures and guidelines.

Deadline To Apply: 01/22/2026

Anticipated Start Date: 01/22/2026

We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.