Student - Library Assistant

Purdue University•West Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

Job Summary Westville Campus Only MUST be an Undergraduate student at PNW enrolled in at least 6 credit hours Please send Spring 2026 Class schedule for consideration Library Student Assistants will provide excellent customer service to our patrons at the Library's Public Services Desk. They will assist students, faculty, staff and community borrowers in the operation of equipment, directional information and location of programs in the library.

Requirements

Excellent verbal communication skills
Attention to detail
Must be able to demonstrate good judgement skills such as patiently seeking to understand customer's issue and/or situation with proper follow-up and communication of status update to supervisors in their absence
Positive presence
Courtesy and tact with public
Basic knowledge of Windows operating system
Must be flexible and adaptable (shift may vary, weekend and evening hours required)
PNW Undergraduate Student

Responsibilities

Serve as first point of contact at the front desk
Explain and apply library regulations and policies
Open and close library as scheduled and at times without supervision
Must be flexible and adaptable (shifts vary, weekend and evening hours required)
Shelve, and shift library materials
Shelf read, dust, and straighten the shelves
Keep desks, tables, and shelves clear of debris
Troubleshoot and service Computers
Printers
Simple scan Machines
Photocopiers
Microform machines
Assist users with Simple research questions
Check library materials in/out
Place hold for library materials
Using PurdueBorrow
Perform a daily check on computers in the library to ensure all are functioning properly
Clean Monitors and keyboards
Maintain a secure and safe library facility
Check database and online journal links on library pages for errors
Receive donations Check the catalog for already owned and potentials for replacements due to wear and tear