Student Assistant - Circulation

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Requisition Number:
Stu
04867P
Home Org Name:
Library Administration
Division Name:
Library

Auburn University Libraries is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student for the position of Student Assistant to assist faculty and staff with daily, routine library operations.

• Provide direct service to library patrons at the Circulation/Reserve desk, which includes checking in/out materials, answering questions, and directing patrons as needed
• Assist patrons in using the online catalog, locating materials, and searching for resources
• Perform alphanumeric sorting and shelving duties using the Library of Congress classification system
• Shelf read, straighten materials, and clear library of browsed library materials
• Answer the telephones, answer questions, and transfer calls as needed
• Update records and perform general data entry
• Assist in the processing and maintenance of course reserves collection
• Assist patrons in understanding of fines and fees
• Check and deliver mail to staff
• Deliver books to offices on campus

• Process inventory for RBD book collection using the Shelf Lister program on an iPad
• Search/retrieve missing trace requests
• Recycle withdrawn material
• Collect books from the physical processing area for shelving
• Prepare/replace range lists as needed
• Forward/backward shifting of books to open up crowded areas on the shelves
• Place stickers on items
• Possible visits to offsite storage [OLAF]

• Run reports
• Research financial issues for Patrons
• Accept and process payments
• Edit patron financial records in Voyager by processing/posting forgives/payments
• Educate the public and patrons about library policies to include new community users, borrowing policies, and library fines and fees
• Assign and inspect study carrels
• Assist with maintenance of the reserves and new books to include processing lists

• Deal with building/patron emergencies
• Supervise student workers and ensure that daily duties are completed correctly
• Call in building maintenance issues
• Open and close the building and ensure that all patrons leave the building before closing

• Life‑Changing Impact:
  Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:
  We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:
  Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:
  The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top‑ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone:
  Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Currently enrolled student at Auburn University

• Report for the shift on time
• 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
• Exhibit dependability, multi‑tasking, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment is imperative in this position
• Detail oriented
• Job frequently requires standing, walking, reaching, balancing, hearing, handling objects with hands, and occasionally lifting

Pay Rate $9.00/hour

Work Hours Up to 20 hours per week depending on operational needs

City position is located in:
Auburn State position is located:
Alabama

Posting Date: 11/17/2025
Closing Date: 01/31/2026

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