Circulation Student Assistant

Auburn University Libraries is seeking applicants for the position of Student Assistant in the Circulation Unit. This role supports faculty, staff, and students by contributing to the daily operations of the unit. Student assistants may work up to 20 hours per week, depending on operational needs.

• Provide direct service to library patrons at the Circulation/Mell Desk, including checking materials in and out, answering questions, and directing patrons as needed.
• Assist patrons with using the online catalog, locating materials, and searching for resources.
• Perform alphanumeric sorting and shelving using the Library of Congress classification system.
• Conduct shelf reading, straighten materials, and clear browsed items from public areas.
• Answer telephone calls, respond to inquiries, and transfer calls as needed.
• Update records and perform general data entry.
• Assist with processing and maintaining the course reserves collection.
• Assist patrons with understanding library fines and fees.
• Check and deliver mail to staff.
• Deliver library materials to offices across campus.
• Conduct inventory of the RBD book collection using the ShelfLister program on an iPad.
• Search for and retrieve missing or trace-requested items.
• Recycle withdrawn materials.
• Collect materials from the processing area for shelving.
• Prepare and replace range labels as needed.
• Perform forward and backward shifting of materials to maintain shelf space.
• Apply labels and stickers to library materials.
• Assist with retrievals from offsite storage (OLAF), as needed.
• Run reports and assist with basic financial tracking.
• Research patron account issues.
• Accept and process payments.
• Update patron financial records in Voyager, including processing payments and fee adjustments.
• Educate patrons and the public on library policies, including borrowing privileges, fines, and services for community users.
• Assign and inspect study carrels.
• Assist with maintenance of reserves and new book collections, including processing lists.

• Responding to building and patron emergencies.
• Supervising student workers and ensuring completion of assigned duties.
• Reporting facility maintenance issues.
• Opening and closing the building and ensuring all patrons have exited at closing time.

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.