Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title
Library Desk Assistant

Department
Library

Appointment Term
Spring (January - May)

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Job Summary

To assist library staff with the daily functions at library desks.

Preferred start date: 01/20/2026

Essential Duties

• Basic customer service
• Checking in/out library materials using Sierra computer system
• Assist patrons in locating library materials
• Re-shelving library materials using the Library of Congress call number system
• Handling monetary transactions involving payment of fines, etc.
• Basic computer/clerical tasks
• Keeping work area and library areas neat and orderly
• Assist with disinfecting computer keyboards/mice, study tables and study rooms
• Stocking paper and changing toner in the library printers
• Communicate effectively with library patrons
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• MWSU Student
• Degree Seeking
• At least an overall 2.0 GPA
• Enrolled at least part-time
• May need to qualify for Federal Work Study

Preferred Qualifications

Federal Work Study eligible students are encouraged to apply.
Preferred start date: 01/20/2026

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Be able to interact and communicate effectively with patrons and library staff
• Be able to push/pull 50lb cart of books
• Ability to shelve and retrieve library materials
• Basic computer/clerical skills and attention to detail is required
• Must be detail-oriented

Physical Demands
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Demands

Location where duties are to be performed

Library Circulation/Information Desks
Hearnes Library

Federal Work Study
Not Required

Hours of Work

• Average 18 hours per week.
• Must be able to work nights and/or weekends between the hours of 9:00am - 9:00pm.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
ST267P

Number of Vacancies
2

Open Date
11/20/2025

Priority Deadline
01/09/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary

All students are encouraged to apply for Federal Work Study. You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit all requested documentation (if applicable) for your eligibility to be determined.

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; 816-###-####; website)