The New School is hiring: FWS Student Worker Library Assistant The New School Li
The New School, California, MO, United States, 65018
FWS Student Worker Library Assistant The New School Libraries and Archives
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The New School is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that promises diversity and tolerance in all areas of employment, education and access to its educational, artistic or cultural programs and activities. The New School does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, creed, sex or gender (including gender identity and expression), pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, religious practices, mental or physical disability, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital or partnership status, or any other legally protected status.
The New School Libraries are seeking 35+ Federal Work Study Student Worker Library Assistants who will support the university’s mission of preparing students to understand, contribute to, and succeed in a rapidly changing society, thus making the world a better and more just place. Our work contributes to this mission by offering consistent and reliable service to all students, faculty, and staff of The New School.
WORK MODE
On-Campus Position – Employees in this position are expected to work on campus during regularly scheduled work hours due to the nature of the work being that which is not feasible, or not in the best interest of the organization, to be performed remotely.
HOURLY RANGE
$16.50 – $17.50 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
Position Title:
Position Title: FWS Student Worker Library Assistant The New School Libraries and Archives
Requisition Number:
Requisition Number: 0406073686
Location
Location New York City
Position Type:
Position Type: Student
Department:
Responsibilities:
- Report for shift on time and review priority tasks with the supervisor
- Monitor patrons entering and exiting the library, and be ready to assist them at the circulation desk
- Check-in and check-out library materials to patrons at the desk using library software
- Stacks maintenance, including shelving, in-housing books, shelf reading, etc.
- Answer the telephone
- Help patrons find items in the stacks and in the library catalog
- Assist patrons with library printing
- Other library-related tasks such as scanning books, paging books, preparing reserve books, and other duties assigned by the clerical staff
- Assist with the opening or closing procedures in the library, depending on shift time
- Able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate clearly with library users
- Adaptable and consistent when notifying the supervisor of schedule changes
- Ability to interact with students, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds
- Ability to work without close supervision or alone
- Familiarity with Google Suite (Calendar, Gmail, Docs, Sheets, etc.)
- Physical ability to lift items and push loaded book carts. Accommodations can be made if needed
- Must have an FWS grant
- Ability to work weekends and opening/closing shifts
- Comfortable answering and directing phone calls
- Previous library experience
Job Family: University Library
Posting Date:
Posting Date: 08/07/2025
Closing Date:
Closing Date: 11/01/2025
Open Until Filled No
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have FWS? If so, provide a copy of your award letter.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Are you able to work flexible hours - some evenings and weekends?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you comfortable working during the Library's opening hours, 8:30 am Mon-Fri.
- Yes
- No
- Maybe based on day