Pittsburg State University
Job Description
Pittsburg State University invites applications for the position of Library Assistant located in the department of Library Services. The primary function is to assist with the acquisition, bibliographic control, physical processing, and management of new and old print materials for Library Services.
Duties and Responsibilities
30% Periodical Process and Electronic Record Keeping Receive, process, and record new issues of serials, periodicals, journals, newspapers, and microforms. Modify or update electronic item records for these materials in the library's online catalog as well as in state and national databases to provide accurate information on library holdings. Monitor titles for publication frequency and title changes. 25% Cataloging Process and Record Entry
Entry of item records into the online catalog and the physical processing of cataloged monographs and other materials. Typing of flags and labels. Entry of add-on materials where items are added to existing catalog records. 20% Communication, Management, and Supervision
Communicate with subscription agencies to facilitate prompt replacement of missing or damaged periodicals and serials. Manage other daily operations for serials and periodicals such as compiling statistical reports, ordering supplies, filing forms, processing items received in daily mail, and related clerical duties. Training and daily oversight of student workers in the department. 10% Acquisitions Receiving and Gift Materials
Receive incoming books, check them against the invoice, and enter them into the cataloging workflow. Maintain standing order tracking on a spreadsheet. Receive and process gift materials, maintain donor lists, and create donor and gift correspondence. 10% De-accession
Assist with de-accessioning materials from the online catalog by removing item records and OCLC holdings records, as well as weeding of physical volumes. Assist with other database maintenance in the online catalog. 5% Bound Periodicals Preservation
Schedule, collect, and prepare for shipping, the periodicals and serials to be bound into physical volumes for preservation purposes. Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience
Required Education and Experience - Time of Hire
High School diploma or equivalent education One year of related experience Preferred Education and Experience -
Two-year college or technical degree education Screening Services (Background Checks):
Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check.
Job Type:
Unclassified
Salary:
$15.03 per hour, commensurate with experience
Appointment Duration:
12 months
Work Schedule:
Full Time, Monday - Friday, occasional weekend events
Application Documents Required*:
Cover Letter Resume Names and contact information (address, email and phone) of three references.
*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.
Open Until Filled
with a first consideration date of
November 16, 2025.
Search Committee Chair:
Barbara Pope (bpope@pittstate.edu)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire, as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.
Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About Us
About Pittsburg State University
Founded in 1903, Pittsburg State's 373-acre campus is a beautiful blend of historic buildings and modern facilities, including state-of-the-art athletics, arts, and research facilities.
Its residential and online undergraduate and graduate student population of nearly 6,000 is guided by an exceptionally talented and dedicated faculty, staff, and administrative team.
Pitt State's hands-on learning environment and engagement by alumni working in a variety of professional sectors creates incredible academic, internship, and employment opportunities for students. Academic programs often bring home national honors.
The university enjoys a close relationship with Pittsburg residents as well as city and business leaders. Throughout town, you'll see gorilla statues in front lawns and red and gold Gorilla spirit at local businesses. Students, faculty, and staff are highly engaged in the local school district and with service projects, and in turn the community is highly supportive of and engaged in university activities.
Faculty, staff, and students have access to many amenities, including discounts and free access to concerts, plays, athletic events on campus as well as discounts on meals and services off campus.
Pitt State has developed unique partnerships in downtown Pittsburg, 1.4 miles north of the main campus. There, Block22 and the historic Hotel Besse offer innovative student housing options and the new Kelce College of Business building, scheduled to open in July 2026, will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, collaboration spaces, and space for professional development and public events.
The university has earned institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and two elite classifications from the Carnegie Foundation.
Pittsburg State University invites applications for the position of Library Assistant located in the department of Library Services. The primary function is to assist with the acquisition, bibliographic control, physical processing, and management of new and old print materials for Library Services.
Duties and Responsibilities
30% Periodical Process and Electronic Record Keeping Receive, process, and record new issues of serials, periodicals, journals, newspapers, and microforms. Modify or update electronic item records for these materials in the library's online catalog as well as in state and national databases to provide accurate information on library holdings. Monitor titles for publication frequency and title changes. 25% Cataloging Process and Record Entry
Entry of item records into the online catalog and the physical processing of cataloged monographs and other materials. Typing of flags and labels. Entry of add-on materials where items are added to existing catalog records. 20% Communication, Management, and Supervision
Communicate with subscription agencies to facilitate prompt replacement of missing or damaged periodicals and serials. Manage other daily operations for serials and periodicals such as compiling statistical reports, ordering supplies, filing forms, processing items received in daily mail, and related clerical duties. Training and daily oversight of student workers in the department. 10% Acquisitions Receiving and Gift Materials
Receive incoming books, check them against the invoice, and enter them into the cataloging workflow. Maintain standing order tracking on a spreadsheet. Receive and process gift materials, maintain donor lists, and create donor and gift correspondence. 10% De-accession
Assist with de-accessioning materials from the online catalog by removing item records and OCLC holdings records, as well as weeding of physical volumes. Assist with other database maintenance in the online catalog. 5% Bound Periodicals Preservation
Schedule, collect, and prepare for shipping, the periodicals and serials to be bound into physical volumes for preservation purposes. Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience
Required Education and Experience - Time of Hire
High School diploma or equivalent education One year of related experience Preferred Education and Experience -
Two-year college or technical degree education Screening Services (Background Checks):
Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check.
Job Type:
Unclassified
Salary:
$15.03 per hour, commensurate with experience
Appointment Duration:
12 months
Work Schedule:
Full Time, Monday - Friday, occasional weekend events
Application Documents Required*:
Cover Letter Resume Names and contact information (address, email and phone) of three references.
*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.
Open Until Filled
with a first consideration date of
November 16, 2025.
Search Committee Chair:
Barbara Pope (bpope@pittstate.edu)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire, as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.
Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
About Us
About Pittsburg State University
Founded in 1903, Pittsburg State's 373-acre campus is a beautiful blend of historic buildings and modern facilities, including state-of-the-art athletics, arts, and research facilities.
Its residential and online undergraduate and graduate student population of nearly 6,000 is guided by an exceptionally talented and dedicated faculty, staff, and administrative team.
Pitt State's hands-on learning environment and engagement by alumni working in a variety of professional sectors creates incredible academic, internship, and employment opportunities for students. Academic programs often bring home national honors.
The university enjoys a close relationship with Pittsburg residents as well as city and business leaders. Throughout town, you'll see gorilla statues in front lawns and red and gold Gorilla spirit at local businesses. Students, faculty, and staff are highly engaged in the local school district and with service projects, and in turn the community is highly supportive of and engaged in university activities.
Faculty, staff, and students have access to many amenities, including discounts and free access to concerts, plays, athletic events on campus as well as discounts on meals and services off campus.
Pitt State has developed unique partnerships in downtown Pittsburg, 1.4 miles north of the main campus. There, Block22 and the historic Hotel Besse offer innovative student housing options and the new Kelce College of Business building, scheduled to open in July 2026, will feature state-of-the-art classrooms, collaboration spaces, and space for professional development and public events.
The university has earned institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and two elite classifications from the Carnegie Foundation.