Student Library Assistant

Job Duties

• Working with the public, in person or by phone, to answer inquiries about resources within University Libraries
• Transferring users; to specialized departments or services
• Using The Alma LSP, the LC, Dewey call number systems, and various digital resources to help users locate library materials
• Checking out and discharging library materials
• Sherving and retrieving 'Reserves' books and technology items
• Ongoing training and review to ensure retention of policies and procedures
• Possible special projects or professional development options; based on library need, coordinated with a supervisor

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in the Fall 2026 semester as a student in good standing at the University of Oklahoma
• Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status

Department Preferences

• Previous library and customer service experience
• Ability and willingness to work weekends
• Ability and willingness to work during Spring Break, Summer Intersession, Thanksgiving Break, and/or Winter Intersession
• Ability and willingness to work an established schedule that may include early mornings, late nights, and weekends
• Sufficient language skills to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate clearly with library users
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Dependability
• Ability to work without close supervision
• Attention to detail
• Accuracy with alpha/numeric sequences
• Keyboarding skills
• Ability to work in a technology-rich environment
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and have a positive attitude