Work study - Clerical Student Employee - (Library/Learning Resource Center)

Moraine Valley Community College; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills, IL seeks a Work study - Clerical Student Employee in the Library/Learning Resource Center. The role supports general administrative tasks, answer phones, file, and data entry while maintaining strict confidentiality.

Hours vary by semester with a schedule including Sundays through Saturdays; the position pays $15.00 per hour under a work-study award, with background checks possible and a focus on reliable, team-based service to students and staff.

Qualifications

• Effective and clear verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrate critical thinking to solve problems.
• Teamwork and relationship-building with others.
• Current technology skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email).
• Dependable with strong work habits and time management.
• Openness and respect for diverse people and perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Organize and shelve materials in the appropriate location.
• Search for, retrieve and prepare materials as instructed.
• Perform related duties with confidentiality and professionalism.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Tech literacy

Self-management

Cultural inclusion

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Internet

Email

Job description

Position Title

Work study - Clerical Student Employee - (Library/Learning Resource Center)

Posting Number

SE0070

Student Employment Type of Position

Clerical

Academic Year

2026-2027

Actual Salary

$15.00

Semester

Spring , Fall, Summer

Department

Library/Learning Resource Center

Supervisor

Oscar Arellano

Direct Supervisor Email

[e-mail]

Direct Supervisor Phone

[phone]

Work Location

Main Campus

Duties/Skills

General Administrative Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Answer Phones, Filing/Copying, Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, Good Judgement, Good oral and written communication skills, Equipment distribution and maintenance, Data Entry

Qualifications-The student hired for this position should know how to

• Effectively Communicate: Student must have effective and clear verbal and written communication (including listening skills).
• Demonstrate Critical Thinking: Students must engage in critical thinking (problem solving, decision-making, applied knowledge, creativity) to initiate and implement solutions to problems.
• Participate as a Productive Member of a Team: Student must use teamwork skills (relationship building, interpersonal skills) and become a contributor to the department.
• Utilize Information & Technology Effectively: Student must have current technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email, etc.).
• Implement Self-Management Skills: Student must be dependable with strong work habits; able to manage time and priorities, work independently, punctual and operate for the greater good & provide service to all.
• Cultural Inclusion: Student must demonstrate openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and value individuals’ differences.

Days Needed

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Times Needed

Mondays 7:30am-10pm, Tuesdays 7:30am-10pm, Wednesdays 7:30am-10pm, Thursdays 7:30am-10pm, Fridays 7:30am-5pm, Saturdays 10am-5pm, Sundays 10am-5pm.

Additional Job Duties/Skills/Requirements

Under the direction of the Access Services Coordinator and Library Assistant III, the Student Employee will organize and shelve materials in the appropriate location. Searches for, retrieves and prepares materials as instructed and performs other related.
*This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Posting Date

06/16/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

STUDENT MUST HAVE WORK STUDY AWARD!
During the Fall and Spring, student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week and must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours. During the Summer, holiday break and spring break student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 25 hours per week. Summer only, students must be enrolled in 3 or more credit hours. Student employees must always maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. *This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.