Department
WSU Libraries
Campus Location
Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
Hire Type
Part Time
Pay
$10/hr
Work Schedule
20 hours a week, within M-F 8a-5p, flexible with class schedule.
Export Compliance Requirement
No export control requirement.
Job Story
WSU Libraries is seeking a student assistant to provide reception for the University Libraries Dean’s Office. Office hours are Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm. Afternoon availability preferred. Position is year-round, including Spring and Fall breaks, Intersession, and Summer semester, excluding Holiday Shutdown in late December.
Job Summary
A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.
Job Duties
- Answering telephones, referring calls, and/or taking accurate messages.
- Providing office reception.
- Preparation of word processing and spreadsheet documents.
- Taking inventory and stocking the supply room as well as processing special orders for supplies.
- Copying and assembly of various materials, and filing.
- Processing of books and other library resources to be put into circulation.
- Working on special projects throughout the library.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education
High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University.
Additional Requirements
Attendance every day as scheduled is a must, except for pre-approved scheduled time off. Ability to lift 20-25 pound boxes to shelf or table. Ability to move supplies to and from Central Services in Morrison Hall. Ability to move books on carts and shelves. Excellent oral communication skills for answering phones and interacting with visitors to the Dean’s Office. This position will handle confidential documents and information and must maintain that confidentiality. The position requires attention to detail, whether you're reading call numbers to shelve books or cutting out printed marketing materials. Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office Suite specifically Word and Excel. Training on specific duties will be provided, must be able to work with minimal supervision after training.
Required Experience
This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and preferences.
Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.