Federal Work Study: Library Stacks Assistant Shannon and Clemons: (Student Wage)
About The Position
Federal work-study students are sought for part-time (six to 10 hours per week) stacks assistant positions at Shannon and Clemons Libraries for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. This role is crucial for ensuring library materials are available to patrons. Responsibilities include returning books to the stacks, shifting book sections, assisting patrons with book searches, retrieving books, and performing general stacks maintenance like dusting. The position requires the ability to lift books, push heavy book carts, and tolerate dust exposure. Strong attention to detail, learning the Library of Congress call number system, working independently, self-motivation, and taking pride in one's work are essential. Full training will be provided, and shift schedules are flexible and determined with the Stacks Supervisor. A resume and cover letter are required, detailing the applicant's suitability for the role. A brief attention-to-details test will be administered during the interview.
Requirements
- Federal Work Study (FWSA) eligibility during Fall/Spring semesters is required.
- Resume and cover letter required.
- Current UVA student
- Federal Work Study eligibility is required.
- Experience: None
- Licensure: None
- Ability to lift books, bend down, reach up, push heavy book carts, and tolerate exposure to dust is required
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to learn the Library of Congress call number system
- Ability to work independently
Nice To Haves
- Self-motivation
- Taking pride in one’s work
Responsibilities
- Returning library materials to the stacks
- Moving/shifting sections of books when space is needed for new or returned books or as part of special projects
- Assisting patrons with book searches
- Retrieving used books from the stacks
- Performing general stacks maintenance (e.g., light dusting, placing bookends)
- Sorting and shelving returned books
- Assisting patrons
- Occasional special projects, as assigned
Benefits
- Full training is provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
