Library Aide

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Open Date 09/08/2026 Requisition Number PRN17452N Job Title Library Aide Working Title Library Aide Career Progression Track A Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week 7-19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Variable Work Schedule Summary

Thursdays 5-8, Saturdays 11-3. Other times available as needed. May

include special projects with a flexible work schedule as assigned by the

library director. Up to 19 hours per week.

Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00078 - School of Music Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 11.25 Close Date 10/05/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 09/18/2026 Job Summary

Performs routine clerical procedures and patron services within an assigned library department.

Responsibilities

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of

the job as outlined in the position description.

1. Provides patron service in assigned area such as answering questions via phone,

email, or in person.

2. Checks various materials in and out of library.

3. Assists patrons with use of online library catalog, as well as finding items on the

library shelves.

4. Collects money and produces receipts for fines and materials.

5. Produces spine labels for library materials.

6. Enters new arrivals and denotes the status of various items into the library's

automated system.

7. Assist with archiving and cataloging.

8. Performs area related clerical duties such as filing, typing, shelving and

reorganizing new and old books, as well as general cleaning of assigned area.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Six months clerical or customer service experience required or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Current or former music student. Degree in music.

Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How many months/years of clerical and/or customer service experience do you have?

• No experience

• Less than 6 months

• 6 months or more, but less than 1 year

• 1 year or more, but less than 3 years

• 3 years or more

• • Please indicate your level of experience and expertise working with the Microsoft Office suite:

• None

• Minimal

• Moderate

• Extensive

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References

Optional Documents

• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Description for More Information - Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) - Veteran Only
• Historical Only - Do Not Use - See Document Description for More Information - Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only