Student Library Assistant
Department
Position Type
Student Library Assistant
Hours Per Week
Hours per week
10.00
Pay Rate
Hourly Wage
$11.00
Description
This position reports to and works in the storage stacks of Hoskins Library. The employee will work with the department manager and staff to prepare, move, and/or dispose of materials being relocated to the new off-site storage annex. This role includes both physical tasks and desk-based work.
Hours: Between 8:30am and 3:00pm, Monday - Friday
Responsibilities & Duties
- Consolidate materials from multiple collections located across different rooms and floors into a central holding area
- Verify and document collections using reports and the electronic catalog
- Assist staff with material deaccessioning tasks, including scanning barcodes and flagging items
- Transport deaccessioned materials to recycling receptacles outside the building
Required Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work both under direct supervision and independently
- Ability to climb small ladders while carrying materials weighing up to 30 pounds and move items to carts located 15–20 feet away
- Ability to push or move large carts of materials weighing up to 500 pounds
Application Procedures
To apply, please email your Resume, Class Schedule, References, and Availability during hours coverage is needed to wdeleona@utk.edu.