Library Services Assistant (Temporary)

Library Services Assistant (Temporary)

The temporary, part-time Library Services Assistant will help open the law library, staff the circulation desk, and support day-to-day library operations and tasks. The hours will be 7:45AM to 1:45PM, Monday through Friday, including an unpaid 30-minute break.

The position is 100% on-site at the George Mason University Law Library on the Mason Square Campus in Arlington, Virginia. This position may begin as early as September 15, 2025, and will run through December 19, 2025. There is a potential for a temporary extension for work in January and February 2026, based on the library's needs. The position reports to the Associate Director of the Law Library.

Responsibilities:

• Opens the law library on weekday mornings, following established procedures;
• Responds to basic information needs in a polite and professional manner;
• Checks-out materials including books, study rooms, and equipment;
• Explains and enforces circulation and library policies, including checking identification of all incoming patrons;
• Answers directional and ready reference questions;
• Shelves materials;
• Assists the Head of Access Services with managing the student circulation assistants;
• Meets daily at the end of shift with the Head of Access Services to coordinate department activities; and
• Completes other duties as assigned, including assisting with interlibrary loan and collection maintenance.

Required Qualifications:

• Some college education or the equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Reliable and punctual;
• Customer service experience; and
• Good communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a library, legal, or academic environment.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Library Services Assistant (Temporary) at https://jobs.gmu.edu/ Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review.

Posting Open Date: August 27, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by: September 7, 2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer