Senior Library Assistant Job at University of Southern Indiana in Evansville

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Senior Library Assistant

Company : University of Southern Indiana

Location : Evansville, IN

Employment Type : Full Time

Date Posted : 03 / 22 / 2025

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Job Description

Senior Library Assistant

Title : Senior Library Assistant

Division : Provost's Office

Department : David L. Rice Library

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Salary Range : Grade 5 : $13.43 / hour

EEO Job Group : 5 E6

Position Summary : The University of Southern Indiana is accepting applications for a Senior Library Assistant. This role involves overseeing checkout activities, providing excellent customer service, assisting with policy enforcement, and maintaining order in the library. The position requires working some weekend hours regularly.

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Supervise student staff during weekend shifts; train students for weekend work.
• Support activities of the Rice Library Testing Center; proctor tests and provide clerical support following authorized procedures.
• Assist patrons with loan and return of library materials; help with library resources such as printers, computers, and media equipment.
• Guide patrons in navigating the library website and online resources like room reservations, catalog, and university information systems.
• Respond to library, campus, and community inquiries via phone, chat, or email, directing individuals appropriately.
• Conduct routine security checks; respond to alarms; help maintain quiet and order; inform the Circulation Manager of issues.
• Be trained in emergency procedures; act as essential personnel during campus closures or emergencies.
• Assist with maintenance of technology collections and perform simple repairs on laptops, tablets, and accessories.
• Participate in special projects related to checkout operations.
• Inspect collections for maintenance needs and assist with stack management.
• Provide backup staffing coverage as needed.
• Maintain physical space, including resetting furniture and signage.
• Serve on library or university committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills :

Preferred Knowledge and Skills :

Work Hours / Travel :

About USI :

The University of Southern Indiana, located on a 1,400-acre campus in Evansville, IN, offers excellent benefits including health insurance, retirement contributions, tuition waivers, and paid vacation days. Details are available at

Application Process :

Click "Apply Now!" to submit your application and materials, including a resume.

Pre-Employment Screening :

A background check is required.

Work Authorization :

USI does not sponsor visas for this position.

Accommodations :

Disability accommodations are available; contact mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840 for assistance.

EEO Statement :

The university is an EEO / AA employer and encourages minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

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