Library Student Outreach Work Study

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Department: Schaffer Library

Location: Schaffer Library

Supervisor: Robyn Reed

Hours/Shifts Available: TBD

Rate of Pay: $9.70/hr

Number of Positions available: 2

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Promote library resources and services to the general student body through targeted activities such as library events tabling etc.

• Plan and publicize library events that foster engagement diversity and inclusion.

• Recommend ways to improve the Union student library experience by sharing stories facilitating student focus groups and/or conducting quick feedback activities.

• Meet with the Schaffer Outreach Committee once (or twice) a term to report on activities and share information.

• Create engaging promotional materials including short videos (reels) library swag posters and social media posts.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently or with a team.

• Good oral and written communication.

• Willingness to actively engage with peers in public settings like tabling recording video content brainstorming and/ or soliciting feedback.

• A strong desire to think imaginatively and innovatively.

• Some familiarity with creative tools like Canva InDesign Photoshop etc. preferred. Experience with video creation and editing desired.

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with student organizations/clubs to encourage collaboration on events and activities with Schaffer Library.

Location: Schenectady NY

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