| Location | Cleveland, OH |
We are currently seeking student assistants to fill positions that require a minimum commitment of 8 hours per week and 2 semesters. To apply, please submit a resume and your availability along with an optional cover letter. Additionally, please specify your expected graduation date and whether you are eligible for work study.
Responsibilities:
Students Assistants provide general and essential assistance in public services and in library collection and materials processing duties. These responsibilities can include:
Significant interaction with the public, including responding to patron queries about library accounts and services and assisting with the location of library resources
Processing and shelving books, periodicals, and media materials
Basic maintenance and awareness of library collection
Providing patron assistance with computing, printing, and scanning stations
Becoming knowledgeable about library policies and being able to effectively enforce them
Carrying out other miscellaneous tasks as assigned, including organizational tasks and light cleaning
Prompt reporting of issues to supervisor or other full-time staff is expected
Student Assistants receive extensive training in job-related areas including but not limited to:
Circulation procedures
Library classification system and shelving
Basic reference and research
Facility opening and closing procedures
Rate of pay: Undergraduate students start at $12.22. Graduate students at $12.65.
Skills and Attributes:
Requires a strong desire to work with the public, together with excellent and attentive interpersonal and professional communication skills
Ability to follow clear and specific direction and prioritize tasks
Self-motivated to independently complete tasks with high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Willingness to continually learn new skills and adapt to changes
Ability to reliably maintain a consistent work schedule throughout each semester
Possess a strong degree of professionalism when communicating with patrons in person, via email, and over the phone
Ability to lift heavy books, push book carts, and shelve materials at various heights is required