Student Assistant

4 days ago

Auburn University, AL, United States Auburn University Full time
Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
Stu04867P

Home Org Name
Library Administration

Division Name
Library

Position Title
Student Assistant - Circulation

Working Title (if different from Position Title)

Job Summary

Auburn University Libraries is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student for the position of Student Assistant to assist faculty and staff with daily, routine library operations.

Essential Functions

Including but not limited to:

Circulation/Reserve/Stacks Duties:
  • Provide direct service to library patrons at the Circulation/Mell desk, which includes the checking in/out materials, answering questions, and directing patrons as needed
  • Assist patrons in using the online catalog, locating materials, and searching for resources
  • Perform alphanumeric sorting and shelving duties using the Library of Congress classification system
  • Shelf read, straighten materials, and clear library of browsed library materials
  • Answer the telephones, answer questions, and transfer calls as needed
  • Update records and performs general data entry
  • Assist in the processing and maintenance of course reserves collection
  • Assist patrons in understanding of fines and fees
  • Check and delivers mail to staff
  • Deliver books to offices on campus
Stacks Maintenance Duties:
  • Process inventory for RBD book collection using the Shelf Lister program on an iPad
  • Search/retrieve missing trace requests
  • Recycle withdrawn material
  • Collect books from the physical processing area for shelving
  • Prepare/replace range lists as needed
  • Forward/backward shifting of books to open up crowded areas on the shelves
  • Place stickers on items
  • Possible visits to offsite storage [OLAF]
Business Desk Duties:
  • Run reports
  • Research financial issues for Patrons
  • Accept and process payments
  • Edit patron financial records in Voyager by processing/posting forgives/payments
  • Educate the public and patrons about library policies to include new community users, borrowing policies, and library fines and fees
  • Assign and inspect study carrels
  • Assist with maintenance of the reserves and new books to include processing lists
Student Lead/Supervisor (Circulation):After completing at least 1 semester at RBD, exceptional students may be chosen to be a student supervisor. This includes all of the normal job duties with the additional responsibilities of being a shift supervisor.
  • Deal with building/patron emergencies
  • Supervise student workers and ensure that daily duties are completed correctly
  • Call in building maintenance issues
  • Open and close the building and ensure that all patrons leave the building before closing
Why Work at Auburn?
  • Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
  • Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
  • We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
  • Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
  • A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today War Eagle

Minimum Qualifications

Currently enrolled student at Auburn University

Expectations:
  • Report for the shift on time
  • Interest in public service and delivery of quality customer service
  • Be willing to work as a team member while interacting with faculty, staff, and students
  • Possess strong interpersonal and communications skills
  • Exhibit dependability, multi-tasking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment are imperative in this position
  • Detail oriented
  • Job frequently requires standing, walking, reaching, balancing, hearing, handling objects with hands, and occasionally lifting


Preferred Qualifications

Pay Rate
$9.00/hour

Work Hours
Up to 20 hours per week depending on operational needs

City position is located in:
Auburn

State position is located:
Alabama

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date
11/17/2025

Closing Date
01/31/2026

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their website to learn more.

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