Student Worker: Library (El Dorado)

Butler County Community College; El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 11,020 - 13,776; Part time

Job summary

Butler County Community College is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to greet visitors, assist with the Library Latte, and support library events. You will check materials in/out, shelve items, and help manage social posts and promos for the Library.

Flexibility in hours is available, with preference for morning and midday shifts. The role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and promoting library resources to students and staff.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student, with active or upcoming semester.
• Must be able to design flyers or digital materials as needed.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students, staff, and faculty.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming students, staff, and faculty to the library

Skills

Independent work

Clear communication

Willing to ask for help

Customer service experience

Flyer/digital design

Interpersonal skills

Multitask and meet deadlines

Physical capability (up to 30 lbs)

Education

Currently enrolled in at least one credit hour for upcoming semester

Job description

For Assistance with the application process:

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Posting Information

Posting Information

Position Title

Job Duties

The Library is more than a place to work—it’s a place to grow! An average day at the library includes being the first to welcome visitors at the Library front desk, making drinks at the Library Latte, and using your creativity to help with the Library’s events for students. If you want to become part of a community that supports a love of learning and libraries – this may be the place for you.

Tasks You’ll Do at the Library:

• Welcoming students, staff, and faculty to the library
• Making coffee and boba drinks at the Library Latte
• Checking materials out and in
• Shelving books and other library materials
• Helping to plan or create social media posts for the Library Instagram and Facebook
• Designing flyers, bookmarks, and other library promo
• Help plan or run Library events and craft days
• Help keep the library and coffee bar tidy and clean
• Help students access our online resources

Hours for the Fall are between 8 am and 7 pm Monday – Thursday and 8 am and 5 pm on Fridays. Times can be flexible. We are hiring for all shifts, with some preference for morning and midday availability.

Campus Locations

Nature of Position

Nature of Position Part Time; # hours per week

If Part Time, list Working Hours

Salary $9.00 p/hr.

Open Date

Open Date 07/29/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Qualifications

The applicant may be requested to authorize the College to procure a consumer report(s) for employment purposes.

We regret that the College is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status.

Qualifications

Required knowledge and skills

Skills

• Can work independently and in group settings
• Good at openly communicating needs and confusions and willing to seek the help of a supervisor when confused or unsure of answers
• Willing to listen to directions and complete tasks
• Previous customer service and/or food service experience is preferred
• Ability to or interest in designing and creating flyers or digital products (presentations, podcasts, videos, social media posts, bookmarks, etc.) is preferred
• Have strong interpersonal skills, such as courtesy, conflict resolution, and self-awareness
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with and without direct supervision
• Able to reach, bend, stoop, lift, and push up to 30 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations

Required experience

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in at least one credit hour for the upcoming semester
• Federal work study eligibility is preferred, but not required
• High proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing in English

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you eligible for work study?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please indicate which days of the week you are available to work.
  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
• * Tell us about the activities you are involved in at Butler.

  (Open Ended Question)