Part-Time Library Assistant / Daytime, Westfield State University, (Westfield, MA)
Posted July 17, 2025
Job Description
Westfield State University is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to support operations in the library. This is a non-exempt, contracted position for 32 weeks with no winter or summer hours, working 12 hours per week on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with some scheduling flexibility. The Library Assistant reports to the Head of Access Services and may also take direction from full-time library staff, while overseeing the work of student employees.
Position Duties
- Supervision of operations at the library service desk, including assisting patrons to find information; supervising student employees; managing the service desk; charging and renewing items for patrons; circulating interlibrary loans; maintaining and reporting statistics; and following Ely Library policies and procedures.
- Monitoring the library. Library Assistants will work with student assistants, campus security and facilities to ensure a safe and effective environment for patrons. This includes reporting safety, security, or emergency situations to the Campus Police and/or the Westfield Police Department and monitoring the use of library spaces and group study rooms.
- Other duties may be assigned by the Head of Access Services
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- The ability to work diligently and independently without direct supervision
- Help foster a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere respectful of diversity
- Work in a team environment
- Responsibly supervising others
- Enjoy interacting with patrons and adapting to serve their needs in a calm, respectful, and courteous manner
- Produce detail-oriented work to meet deadlines
- Exercise judgment and leadership if/when responding to emergency situations
- Sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Lift up to 40 lbs., and push/pull library carts full of books
- A bachelor’s degree or coursework in library science
- Experience in the public service area of a library, preferably at a college or university
- Experience using automated library systems, preferably OCLC WorldShare Management;
- Knowledge of LC call number system
- Experience supervising student and/or part-time employees or experience in a busy office environment or customer service setting.
Hours & Compensation
- 12hrs per week Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 8am-12pm with flexibility based on operational
- $18.50 Per Hour
How to Apply
An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Contact information for three references *
- Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree
* Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.
Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have been selected.
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