FSU Undergraduate Student Employment

FSU Undergraduate Student Employment - Library Assistant Fitchburg State University, located in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, is a public institution dedicated to integrating high-quality professional programs with strong liberal arts and sciences studies. Founded in 1894, the university now has more than 30 undergraduate programs and 22 master's degree programs, and 7,000 full and part-time students. We invite you to learn more about us and how we can help you achieve your educational goals. Institutional Diversity and Social Justice Fitchburg State University embraces a commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging and social justice. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply and also those who can contribute to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research and mentorship. Job Description: The Library is seeking a students for employment. The position is funded by the university. All undergraduate students looking for employment are welcome to apply. Please see below the specific duties and responsibilities for the position. Duties & Responsibilities: Greet patrons that approach the service desk Answer informational, directional and service questions, in-person, over the phone and on chat Assist patrons with searching for items in the library catalog; Referring patrons to reference staff as necessary Check library materials out to users, process returns and create study room reservations Provide technology assistance, such as maintaining printers by refilling paper and toner, fixing paper jams, helping patrons with scanners, laminator, wifi, etc. Load book carts, sort books and shelve items, maintain order in the stacks by assisting in stacks maintenance activities: shelf reading, inventory, shifting, pick-ups, sorting, searching for missing items, cleaning and special projects Assist with course reserve processing, interlibrary loan and scanning Assist with the opening and closing of library Assist with user experience activities such as surveys, data collection and data entry. Opportunity to participate in displays and activities such as Finals crafts and goodie bags. Requirements: Qualifications: Proactive and friendly customer service attitude Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) Ability to perform detail-oriented tasks with accuracy and efficiency Dependable and responsible Self-motivated; ability to work without direct supervision Ability to lift heavy books, move carts and have tolerance for exposure to dust Additional Information: Hourly rate is $15.00 Shift/Work Hours: Hiring for the Fall 2026 semester Hours could range from 7:45am - 11:30pm (Midnight during finals), Monday through Sunday. The library is open on select holidays and when classes are canceled due to inclement weather. There will be an annual group training which is mandatory. If the worker cannot attend, they must meet with a supervisor to review topics. Fitchburg State University is an equal opportunity employer. Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and be prepared to enter name/contact information for three professional references. Please click CONTACT US if you need assistance applying through this website. Please click here to login to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fitchburg State University