Student Library Assistant - Special Research Collections

Job Title

Student Library Assistant – Special Research Collections (SPRING)

260006

Library Administrative Services

Part‑time; work schedule varies. Collections open Monday‑Friday 9:00 am‑5:00 pm.

On‑site

Targeted salary $10.00 per hour based on experience.

No benefits provided.

• Resume
• Class Schedule
• Available Hours

Students assist patrons using the History of Science Collections, the Bass Business History Collection, the John and Mary Nichols Collections, and the Bizzell Bible Collection. Duties include staffing the Welcome Desk, the Research Desk, greeting visitors, answering telephone calls, explaining reading room rules, and paging books for patrons. Students may also assist with digitization projects, fill inter‑library loan requests, manage stacks, perform maintenance tasks, and other duties as assigned.

Students may be asked to work occasional evening or Saturday events.

Education: Must be currently enrolled in the Spring 2026 semester as a student at the University of Oklahoma. Hiring is contingent upon verification of current student status.

• Attach Spring 2026 OU class schedule.
• State hours available to work.

Skills:

• Basic computer skills
• Customer service skills
• Effective written and oral communication in English

Physical Requirements:

• Regular bending, carrying, climbing, lifting, and reaching.

Department Preferences:

• Preference for students able to work more than one semester.
• Previous library work experience.
• Comfortable with a variety of software, database applications, and new information technologies.

Special Instructions: If selected, subject to the University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. Review policy at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma values our community's unique talents, perspectives, and experiences. We aspire to harness innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You belong here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity/expression, age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or veteran status in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.

Hiring contingent upon background check:
Yes.

No special indications.