Student : Library Associate I - Part-Time (Central Branch)

Job Title :

Student : Library Associate I - Part-Time (Central Branch)

Requisition Number : SE04296

Department Name :

3J5SE : Student Employment

Work Location : Lexington, KY

On Campus / Off Campus :

Off Campus

Salary Range : $15.46

Type of Position : Student

Position Time Status :

Part-Time

Preferred Education / Experience :

High School Diploma or GED.

Hours per Week :

Mondays and Tuesdays, 2 : 00pm-7 : 00pm. Fridays, 2 : 00pm-6 : 00pm.Every other weekend, Saturdays 9 : 00am-5 : 00pm and Sundays 1 : 00pm-5 : 00pmPosition may require occasional changes in schedule.

Job Summary :

You must be a current UK student to apply for this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

• Provide exceptional customer service by teaching and assisting customers with checkout and other circulation-related tasks.
• Assist customers with library card accounts, including processing applications, verifying and updating account information, and accepting payment on accounts, with latitude to resolve customer complaints.
• Assist customers in utilizing library tools, including the library’s website and databases, digital material formats, the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), copiers, computers, printers, etc.
• Assist customers in utilizing internet and electronic resources, including websites, social media sites, job search sites, email accounts, online forms, etc.
• Assist customers with Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proactively seek out customers to offer assistance in all parts of the library or department.
• Suggest books and authors to customers upon request and assist customers in locating and reserving library materials.
• Provide accurate information about library resources and services to customers.
• Explain the policies, procedures and code of conduct to customers. Refer to appropriate supervisory level as needed.
• Perform routine collection maintenance tasks according to assignment.
• Assist in checking in returned materials, pulling reserve items for customer pickup, and returning materials to the shelves.
• Offer programming support and assist with programs under the direction of a supervisor.
• Utilize library e-mail on a daily basis in order to stay informed about library matters.
• Advise customers of LPL Customer Use of Library Spaces and Computer and Internet Use policies or refer to supervisor / manager as appropriate.
• Respect the facility and work environment by keeping work area neat, handling minor cleanups, and reporting maintenance issues promptly and appropriately.
• Interact and communicate pleasantly and effectively with diverse customers and staff, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor and providing friendly courteous service.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

Deadline to Apply : 12 / 02 / 2025

Our University Community :

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and / or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date :

11 / 19 / 2025