Library Assistant, Harvard Kennedy School Library (Cambridge, MA)

Posted July 9, 2026

Description:

The Harvard Kennedy School Library is seeking applications for a temporary, part-time Library Assistant. The position is for 14 hours per week through 5/14/2027 with the potential for an extension. Candidates will need to be available to complete their 14 hours between 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Reporting to the Manager of Collections & Library Services, the Library Assistant will primarily provide research support at the Library Services Desk but will also perform other duties such as processing online course materials and assisting students with digital accessibility for capstone projects in the spring.
 
Required Qualifications:

Current enrollment in or completion of an ALA-accredited graduate level library program and/or relevant work experience and an interest in providing research services at a public services desk.

 
Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in research/reference services and/or digital accessibility.

How to Apply:

Send a resume, a brief statement of interest, and schedule of availability to Keely Wilczek, Manager of Collections & Library Services, at [email protected],edu.