Federal Work Study Student - Library

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. As one of only three selective state institutions in the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs that emphasize an expansive liberal arts education focused on critical thinking. Through personalized attention and award-winning, high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning and study abroad, GCSU prepares leaders, problem solvers and life-long learners for successful careers. The university offers small class sizes and personalized attention for optimal student engagement in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through experiential learning. The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia and located only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta.

Georgia College & State University is committed to protecting academic freedom and supporting the freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu.

The student worker will provide educationally beneficial assistance to the Russell Library Department.

The Access Services department of Georgia College & State University's Library oversees visitor access to materials and information. We are the front line for assistance and directing visitors to various service areas based upon their needs. Student Assistants in Access Services assist in the access and maintenance of GCSU Library collections; GIL Express and ILL processes; security and facility checks; service questions and directions; and circulation desk duties.

The successful applicant will work a Monday-Friday schedule, with the possibility of working some weekend or nighttime hours, during the Fall and Spring terms, and the expectation of extended hours during midterms and finals.

Summer hours:

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Fall and Spring semester hours:

Monday-Thursday: 8:00AM-1:00AM

Friday: 8:00AM-6:00PM

Saturday: 10AM-6:00PM

Sunday: Noon-1:00AM

Daily Tasks - 40%

Students will perform daily tasks like checking out and returning GC, GIL, and ILL books, study rooms and equipment, statistics checks, and completing your shift checklist.

Customer Service - 50%

Students will interact with patrons and visitors at the Georgia College & State University Circulation Desk.

Other Duties as Assigned - 10%

Other projects to be completed as needed.

Educational Requirements
Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at Georgia College & State University

Other Required Qualifications
Be awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) through the Financial Aid Office at GCSU for the current aid year. Federal Work Study awards can be confirmed through the student's PAWS account, Financial Aid, then Award Offer tab. Students who are not awarded FWS can contact the Financial Aid Office to see if they are eligible at financialaid@gcsu.edu.

This position will work in-person up to 19 hours per week.

Required Experience
Data entry experience

ABILITIES
Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment, to take initiative, and to follow through with all responsibilities and assigned tasks.

KNOWLEDGE
Microsoft Office Suite

SKILLS
Detail oriented and ability to prioritize tasks
Analytical, organizational, and written communication skills

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).