University of Memphis is hiring: Library Assistant II in Memphis

Posting details

Library Assistant II at University of Memphis

Posting Number SAECC4347 | Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) | Position Number 001501 | Category: Staff (Hourly/Monthly) | Department: University Libraries

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and one (1) year of relevant experience.
• An appropriate combination of education and experience might substitute for the required degree.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Special Conditions / Work schedule

• This is a full-time permanent position requiring a 37.5-hour work week.
• Primary work schedule: Monday through Friday 9:30am – 6:00pm with some flexibility for remote work and schedule modifications.
• During academic breaks and interim periods when the University Libraries maintains a shorter schedule, the work schedule will be modified accordingly.

Posting dates and status

• Posting Date: 09/22/2025
• Closing Date: 10/10/2025
• Open Until Screening Begins: No
• Hiring Range: $15.45 per hour
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time; Benefits Eligible

Working conditions

• Regularly sit, use hands to handle or feel, talk or hear; frequently walk; occasionally stand, reach, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; vision abilities include close vision.

Additional working conditions

The position has an extensive public service component and requires the ability to communicate with diverse constituents in written, verbal, and auditory formats. The employee must navigate the campus independently and may need to lift up to 30 pounds and push/pull wheeled book trucks up to 300 pounds when full. May climb ladders or work around furnishings and equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be requested.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• All applicants must supply a cover letter, current resume, and contact information for at least 3 references.
• All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.
• Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered. Upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list if required by the system. Work experience is based on full-time hours; part-time experience will be prorated.
• Candidates called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the interview.

Supervision

• Supervises student employees assigned to the Department, volunteers, or interns, especially during evening and weekend hours. Trains and supervises other staff and students as directed.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Experience assisting users in a customer-service environment, preferably in an academic library.
• Familiarity with a variety of print and electronic reference tools, including web-based resources.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; good interpersonal skills; knowledge of library procedures and policies.
• Skill in understanding, interpreting, and following directions; experience with databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and web authoring software.
• Good judgment, problem-solving skills; willingness to learn; ability to work independently; adaptability to organizational change; knowing when to refer matters to higher authority.

Additional information

• Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume, and at least three references with contact information.

Required documents

• Resume
• References List
• Cover Letter

Optional documents

• Curriculum Vitae

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Other
• Industries: Higher Education

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