University Libraries – Graduate Assistant (Clarion Campus)

Edinboro University; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Edinboro University seeks a Graduate Assistant for the Clarion Campus to provide vital support services in the library. Responsibilities include front-line support for library users and instructing patrons on library resources and technology.

The role demands excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team. You will also assist in managing library functions, training students, and contributing to special projects, ensuring smooth library operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide front‑line support to library users at service desk in library.
• Instruct library patrons with use of library resources, equipment, and technology.
• Assists with training, scheduling, mentoring of library work‑study students.
• Conduct analysis of data and compile reports.
• Schedule events and room reservations in library.
• Develop library communications and outreach initiatives.
• Manage special projects such as inventorying of collections and digitization of materials.
• Schedule, deliver, and assess library instruction sessions.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and listening skills

Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills

Computer skills, including experience using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

General knowledge of library functions and the research process

Job description

University Libraries – Graduate Assistant (Clarion Campus)

Recruitment began on June 30, 2026

and the job listing Expires on August 15, 2026

If you have not yet been accepted to PennWest and are interested in learning more about this position, please contact Teresa Stage at [e-mail].

Required skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and listening skills
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Computer skills, including experience using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• General knowledge of library functions and the research process

Tasks:

• Provide front‑line support to library users at service desk in library
• Instruct library patrons with use of library resources, equipment, and technology
• Assists with:
• Training, scheduling, mentoring of library work‑study students
• Analysis of data and compilation of reports
• Scheduling of events and room reservations in library
• Development of library communications and outreach initiatives
• Special projects such as inventorying of collections and digitization of materials
• Scheduling, delivery, and assessment of library instruction sessions

Schedule and Pay:

• ~12.5 hours per week for total of 200 hours for the term
• Schedule TBD; may include some weekend and evening hours