UAF Student Assistant - Library

• Under the general direction of Circulation Supervisors, must have the ability to learn and perform assigned work; follow oral instructions; work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and other students; communicate effectively with all levels; and read and write English at a level appropriate to the position.
• Must have excellent customer service skills; meet and greet the public in a pleasant and business-like manner.
• Daily duties:
  • Check out, check in, and renew circulating library materials, including Reserves, at the Circulation Desk.
  • Answer phone and give basic information or direct the question to a Public Services staff member or librarian.
  • Shelve books in correct call number in the book stacks including Reference and collections.
  • Check read book stacks for accuracy of shelving.
  • Gather un-shelved books and return them to the Circulation Desk for check in as ‘in-house’ use.
  • Work on shifting projects as assigned.
  • Keep copiers filled with paper.
  • Assist in opening and closing the library if working during the first or last shift.
  • Check in and check out entertainment media and equipment.
  • Schedule conference rooms when needed.
• Ability to lift approximately 40 pounds.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Graduate or GED
• Current student of University of Alaska enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours with a GPA of 2.00 or higher at all times

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information (email address and phone number) for three (3) professional references with your application.

• Please include the hours you are available to work in your cover letter.

Spring Semester Hours: January 13 - May 3, 2025

THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ONLY

Applications must be received by 11:55pm, January 26, 2025 to be considered.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Wendy Frandsen, Elmer E. Rasmuson Library HR Coordinator, Wendy Frandsen at wlfrandsen@alaska.edu.