Library Assistant - Gaming

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Student Requisition Number 2027076STP Job Title Library Assistant - Gaming Number of Positions Available 1 Funded by Federal Workstudy only Yes Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities

The Library Student Assistant for Gaming supports the library's community engagement efforts by planning, promoting, and facilitating tabletop, role-playing, and video gaming experiences that build community and encourage student connection. This position is ideal for a creative, organized student with a passion for games, storytelling, and creating welcoming spaces for players of all experience levels.

• Collaborate with library staff to develop engaging gaming programs that foster community, creativity, and student engagement.
• Facilitate tabletop role-playing games, including serving as a Dungeon Master (DM) for Dungeons & Dragons or similar role-playing systems.
• Welcome and teach new players by explaining game rules, encouraging participation, and creating an inclusive, low-pressure environment.
• Plan and host gaming events, including board game nights, tabletop RPG campaigns, one-shot adventures, and video game tournaments (e.g., Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros.).
• Adapt gameplay to meet the needs and interests of participants while promoting collaboration, creativity, and positive sportsmanship.
• Assist in maintaining the library's gaming collections by organizing materials, performing inventory, and conducting quality control checks.
• Collaborate with student organizations and campus partners to develop co-sponsored gaming events and special programs.
• Promote gaming events through outreach and assist with event setup, cleanup, and participant registration.
• Complete other library assistant duties (shelving, shelf-reading, tidying public spaces, and other assigned tasks)as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Positive attitude, adaptable, and enthusiastic about supporting the library's mission.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Experience playing tabletop games, role-playing games, board games, or video games; experience serving as a Dungeon Master or game facilitator is strongly preferred.
• Comfortable leading groups, teaching game rules, facilitating collaborative play, and resolving minor conflicts during gameplay.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to take initiative with minimal supervision.
• Creative thinker with an interest in storytelling, improvisation, and community building.
• Reliable, dependable, and committed to creating inclusive experiences for participants of all backgrounds and skill levels.
• Must commit to working one evening shift (5:00-10:00 p.m.) Sunday through Thursday each week.

Notes to Applicant

This position requires Federal Work-Study as part of your financial aid package.

To confirm your eligibility, please contact the Student Employment Office at studentjobs@fairmontstate.edu.

Student Appointment Length Academic Year Base Hourly Rate $10.00-$13.00 Quicklink for Posting https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/11507

Department/Supervision

Department Library Services Employment Location Main Campus Position will report to (title) Director of Academic Library Services

Recruitment/Advertising

Anticipated Hire Date 8/17/2026 Job Posting Date 07/23/2026 Job Close Date

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