Library Student Engagement Student Employee, #1322

Oakton College • Des Plaines, IL

15d • Onsite

About The Position

The Library Student Engagement Assistant will provide customer service, public-facing support, and project assistance for the Oakton Library. Students in this role will help monitor the Reference & Research Desk area, assist students with basic questions such as printing, room reservations, and directional support, and contribute to library marketing, social media, and campus engagement initiatives. This position is ideal for students who enjoy working with people, communicating clearly, and contributing to library events and outreach. Department : Library Campus Location : Des Plaines

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in at least 6 credit hours (Fall/Spring) and maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and accountability
• Friendly, flexible, and comfortable interacting with students, faculty, and staff
• Strong communication skills
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Ability to work independently on projects
• Comfortable learning basic library procedures and student-facing technologies
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk in public service areas for periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Interest in marketing, social media, or student engagement preferred

Responsibilities

• Monitor the Reference area by routinely walking through the space to ensure students are able to locate resources, study spaces, and services.
• Assist students with basic questions such as: How to print or scan Locating books on the shelves Finding classrooms, departments, or offices on campus Reserving study rooms
• Provide a welcoming and supportive presence in all public library spaces.
• Notify library faculty or staff of issues requiring additional support. Student assistants may occasionally support or check in with other reference librarians depending on staffing needs.
• Create and assist with marketing materials for library programs (flyers, graphics, social media drafts).
• Help plan, set up, and host pop-up library events on Student Street or other campus locations
• Support social media content development by gathering photos, drafting captions, and brainstorming ideas.
• Assist with preparation and day-of support for library-sponsored, college-wide events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees