Library Student Assistant - Technical Services

Technical Services Department Student Worker

The Consortium Library Technical Services Department supports the mission of the library by organizing, processing and providing bibliographical access to the library's print collection, electronic books and journals, and select archival collections that support the teaching, learning, research, and scholarship mission of UAA. The department has three areas of emphasis: cataloging, serials, and institutional repository.

The Technical Services Department student worker is responsible for checking in journals using the library's automated system, processing library materials, sorting library mail, receiving library deliveries, tracking and processing government document deliveries, shelving government documents, and other duties as assigned.

Applicant must be able and prepared to:- Follow instructions closely, pay close attention to detail.- Learn and accurately complete detailed tasks.- Work independently, after training, without direct supervision. Self-motivation and diligence are essential.- Accurately organize materials using various filing systems (call numbers, alphabetical, etc.)- Manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and work with frequent interruptions.- Communicate clearly and accurately in writing and verbally with patrons and staff.- Be assertive, redirect and give directional information to others.

Required Experience: One year of library experience; or minimum of one year of work experience requiring attention to detail or organizational skills (such as office, clerical, or inventory management jobs). Preferred Experience: Familiarity with government documents and the SuDoc Classification System.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent combination of training and experience.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus in Anchorage, Alaska. This is a part-time, Student Assistant 2 position with a minimum pay of $13.55/hour.

This is a pooled position, applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

This recruitment is open to undergraduate students only.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Rebecca Moorman, Consortium Library Technical Services, at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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 the ADA team at View email address on click.appcast.io.

The University of Alaska ( is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination ( against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

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.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.