Special Collections Student Assistant (FWS) Special and Area Studies Collections

Special Collections Student Assistant (FWS) - Special and Area Studies Collections

Have an approved Federal Word Study Permit for 2026.

Hours: Monday Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. 9-12 hours/week

Job Duties:

• Work at the main desk in the Grand Reading Room. Register patrons and make them aware of rules. Provide a secure presence at the desk to ensure protection and security of materials.
• Provide patrons with reference assistance
• Shelve and organize materials in the library
• Keep sections in order by checking the call numbers straightening the shelves reporting problems
• Retrieve requested items for patrons
• Assist patrons with computers and scanners
• Work with unique and invaluable manuscript materials by sorting refoldering and reboxing items
• Create folder lists using Microsoft Word Excel or other computer programs
• Perform tasks and projects as assigned by archivists and curators
• Complete scanning projects as needed
• Occasionally conduct research by looking through documents and books
• Help maintain library environment by ensuring that the No Food/Drink policy is observed

$15.25 /hr

• Ability to work courteously and effectively with others
• Ability to work with attention to detail
• Ability to follow both written and spoken instructions and procedures
• Ability to manage time and commitments including scheduled work hours
• Applicants should provide proof of FWS award for Fall 2026

• Ability to lift 25 pound boxes and stand on stools and ladders
• Previous experience in any library setting
• Good database and web searching skills
• Ability to work independently once trained

An online application AND a paper application must be submitted. The SASC paper application is available at the SASC desk in the Grand Reading Room 2^nd floor of Smathers Library. Return the paper application with your class schedule and Federal Work Study (FWS) award page to SASC staff. If you cannot pick-up a paper application right away please email for a PDF copy.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.