Part-Time Library Assistant/ Evenings, Westfield State University, (Westfield, MA)
Posted July 28, 2026
Job Descripton:
The Library at Westfield State University seeks application for a part-time Library Assistant. This position will assist library staff with:
- Evening 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:
Minimum 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
Preferred Qualifications
- 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:
Timeframe: 10 Months (September-June)
Shift: Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:00pm-9:00pm., 8 hours a week
Salary: $18.50 per hour
How To Apply:
To learn more about this position and to apply, please visit the official job posting, linked here.