Graduate Assistant - Library Circulation Desk

About the Role

The Hooley-Bundschu Library and Learning Commons is seeking a responsible, motivated, and customer-focused individual to staff the library’s circulation desk and perform tasks related to library circulation and lending.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operations at the library’s main Circulation Desk.
• Complete circulation and collection maintenance tasks, including checking materials in and out, reshelving, shelf reading, and inventory, with accuracy and efficiency.
• Answer questions and connect library users with information about library resources, services, and relevant university departments.
• Provide basic research assistance and help library users locate print and online resources.
• Maintain the library's Interlibrary Loan program and complete assigned library projects.
• On occasion, provide direction to other student employees and assist with tracking work hours.
• On occasion, oversee routine library operations during designated shifts when other library staff are unavailable.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be admitted and enrolled as a graduate student at Avila University, and be eligible for tuition remission.
• International students are not eligible for graduate assistantships.
• Availability to work a consistent daytime schedule on weekdays is strongly preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills, a friendly and positive attitude, and a willingness to assist a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and guests.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organization and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with computers and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with Dewey Decimal System basics (desired but not required).
• Ability to work efficiently, accurately, independently, and as part of a team.
• Prior experience with library work, library management systems, and the Dewey Decimal Classification system is preferred but not required.
• Successful candidates should showcase their work and experience in contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

About the Community

Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational, and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.