Library Assistant (Federal Work Study)

Primary Function:  The position is responsible for assisting with routine operations of the library to enhance customer service to all Bellevue University patrons.

Essential Functions:

Circulation functions

• Assists library patrons both in person and on the telephone.
• Checks materials in and out at the circulation desk. 
• Shelves all books and library resources.
• Shelf-reads the entire library collection.
• Assists with inventorying the entire library collection.
• Assists patrons in the use of library equipment.
• Assists in the maintenance of books, periodicals, newspapers and audiovisual material.
• Assists in the process of new materials

Other duties as assigned

• Assists in the processing of new materials including books, audiovisual materials and computer software.
• Assists other Library departments as needed.

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications/Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.    
• Library experience helpful but not necessary.
• Must be able to work with standard office equipment such as computers, photocopying machines, computers, scanners, and printers.
• Must be flexible to accommodate organizational needs.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a normal library environment.
• Occasional standing and stooping for shelving and shelf reading

Additional Requirement

• This is a Federal Work Study (FWS) student employee position that is open only to currently enrolled Bellevue University students who have Federal Work Study as part of their financial aid package. Students must have completed a FAFSA and accepted their FWS offer before they can apply for a FWS position.

NOTE:  The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job.  It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The Higher Education Opportunity Act requires institutions participating in federally funded financial aid programs to make information about the institution available to the public, current and prospective students, and current and prospective employees. The Bellevue University Consumer Information webpage, found at www.bellevue.edu/student-support/consumer-information/consumer-information, provides readily accessible information to help consumers make informed decisions about post-secondary education. Bellevue University’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASR), found at www.bellevue.edu/student-support/consumer-information/pdfs/annual-safety-report.pdf, provides information about campus crime statistics and institutional security policies and procedures as well as information about student housing fire statistics and fire safety policies. You can obtain a paper copy of these reports from the Bellevue Dean of Students office by calling 402-557-7028. In addition to this, Bellevue University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.