Outreach and Student Engagement Assistant

Penn State University•University Park, IL

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

The University Libraries is seeking applicants for the part-time job of Outreach and Student Engagement Assistant. This part-time position supports the Penn State University Libraries’ Leisure Reading collection through programming, collection and display maintenance, and the development of physical and digital reading spaces. The role also assists with library outreach and wellbeing initiatives, event support, and the upkeep of student-centered learning environments. Strong communication, organization, and reliability are essential, with some flexibility for occasional evening events.

Requirements

A general knowledge of Penn State and the Libraries
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Ability to work independently on assigned tasks
High degree of reliability
Windows/Microsoft Office/Internet competence

Nice To Haves

Some flexibility for occasional evening events

Responsibilities

Collaborating with coworkers to plan, implement and assess the Leisure Reading collection (both physical and digital collections)
Helping to plan and run programming throughout the year that supports the Leisure Reading collection
Developing and maintaining multiple book displays and digital bookshelves
Supporting the planning, implementation, and assessment efforts of various outreach initiatives
Advising on associated marketing efforts
Event attendance and support
Managing the support of student-centered learning spaces (classrooms and sensory rooms)
Supervising classroom whiteboard cleaning, supplies, and restocking