Library Student Outreach Work Study

Eligibility This position is only available to students who qualify for Work‑Study. If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work‑Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at View email address on click.appcast.io. Compensation & Work Schedule Rate: $9.70 per hour. Hours/shifts available: TBD. Number of positions: 2. Supervisor: Robyn Reed. Department: Schaffer Library. Location: Schaffer Library, Schenectady, NY. Responsibilities 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, or conducting quick feedback activities. Meet with the Schaffer Outreach Committee once or twice per 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 skills. Willingness to actively engage with peers in public settings such as tabling, recording video content brainstorming, and 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 ability to build relationships with student organizations/clubs to encourage collaboration on events and activities with Schaffer Library. E‑Verify Participation Union College participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E‑Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar). #J-18808-Ljbffr LM Wind Power / GE