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Student Assistant - Government Documents

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Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number Stu03209P
Home Org Name Library Administration
Division Name Library
Position Title Student Assistant - Government Documents
Working Title (if different from Position Title)
Job Summary
Auburn University Libraries is seeking applicants for the position of Student Assistant to assist faculty and staff with daily, routine library operations.

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?

  • Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
  • Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
  • Make a difference. Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Essential Functions
  • Process new documents
  • Shelve documents, microforms, and maps
  • Shelf-read documents, microforms, and maps
  • Type lists of withdrawn documents for offer to other depository libraries
  • Record microform use on spreadsheet
  • Screen gift books for duplication in AUL’s collection
  • Screen gift books for Better World Book acceptance
  • Maintain Adopt-a-Book shelves
  • Pack and ship books to Better World Books
Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled undergraduate student at Auburn University

Expectations:
  • Possess strong attention to detail
  • 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
  • Dependability, multi-tasking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment are imperative
  • A commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment is essential


Physical Requirements:
  • Job frequently requires standing, walking, reaching, balancing, hearing, handling objects with hands, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
Preferred Qualifications
Pay Rate $7.50/hour
Work Hours Up to 6 hours per week depending on availability
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 03/21/2024
Closing Date 05/21/2024
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.



AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/44237

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
Optional Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
    • LinkedIn
    • AcademicKeys
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversityJobs
    • HigherEdJobs
    • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • Indeed
    • RecruitMilitary
    • The Tuskegee News
    • Professional organization or journal
    • Veterans Assistance Services
    • Disability Assistance Services
    • State Employment Service
    • Social Media
    • AU Job Bulletin
    • Notified by an Auburn employee
    • College or university Career Services
    • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
    • Other
  2. * Are you currently an enrolled student at Auburn University?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Are you able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted?
    • Yes
    • No