What kinds of jobs are available for students in the library?
Answer
Several library departments offer employment opportunities for Stout students. Please check Handshake for openings in Archives and the Library. The IRS application form for Textbooks. The IRS application can be returned in person or emailed to textbooks@uwstout.edu.
Circulation:
Library Circulation Specialist
Assist library visitors at the Circulation desk and maintain library collections.
Level of contact with people: High
Main responsibilities:
- Assist patrons with item check outs and questions
- Organize and shelve library materials
- Maintain library equipment collection
- Provide friendly and efficient customer service to library patrons
Strengths that match this position:
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
Opportunity for advancement?: Yes.
Total positions in the library: 10
Expected hours per week: 10 to 20
Library Circulation Student Manager
Assist library patrons, manage student staff, and oversee library processes at the Circulation Desk.
Level of contact with people: High
Main responsibilities:
- Supervise student employees in absence of Circulation Supervisor
- Direct and assist in Circulation procedures
- Answer and direct library phone calls
- Assist in training new student employees
- Organize and shelve library materials
- Provide friendly and efficient customer service to library visitors
Strengths that match this position:
- Customer service
- Interpersonal skills
- Team building and leadership
- Technology troubleshooting
- Time management
- Communication
Opportunity for advancement?: No.
Total positions in the library: 8
Expected hours per week: 10 to 20
Interlibrary Loan Student Assistant
Support the Interlibrary Loan Coordinator by processing requests for digital and physical materials and organizing data.
Level of contact with people: Low
Main responsibilities:
- Organize data related to requests
- Locate digital articles
- Retrieve requested physical library items
- Track and monitor item requests
- Investigate and resolve request errors
Strengths that match this position:
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Ability to recognize patterns
- Self-motivation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Opportunity for advancement?: No.
Total positions in the library: 1
Expected hours per week: 15
Processing Student Specialist
Process new library materials: labeling, securing, and packaging.
Level of contact with people: Low
Main responsibilities:
- Sync printing software with library management system to label materials
- Hide security strips in materials
- Plastic wrap book covers
- Package to protect non-book items
- Create luggage tags for irregular items
Strengths that match this position:
- Attention to detail
- Small motor coordination
- Troubleshooting computer programs
Opportunity for advancement?: No.
Total positions in the library: 1
Expected hours per week: 10
Collection Development and Acquisitions:
Collection Development Student Assistant
Assist the Collection Development and Acquisitions team manage library materials and maintain library collections and spaces.
Level of contact with people: Medium
Main responsibilities:
- Help receive and process new library materials
- Maintain the appearance and organization of library materials on the shelf
- Assist with library events in the Ink Spot
- Assist with Collection Development projects, as needed.
Strengths that match this position:
- Problem solving
- Organization
- Attention to detail
- Ability to learn new technologies
Opportunity for advancement?: Yes.
Total positions in the library: 1
Expected hours per week: 10 to 15
Library Gaming Lab Student Assistant
Assist the Collection Development and Acquisitions team manage library materials and maintain library collections and spaces.
Level of contact with people: Medium
Main responsibilities:
- Help receive and process new library gaming materials
- Maintain the appearance and organization of library Game Design and Innovation (GDI) Lab space
- Assist with library events in the GDI Lab
- Troubleshoot issues with gaming hardware and software
- Design and implement solutions to technical problems
- Assist with Collection Development projects, as needed.
Strengths that match this position:
- Problem solving
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to learn new gaming technologies, hardware and software
Opportunity for advancement?: Yes.
Total positions in the library: 2
Expected hours per week: 10 to 15
University Library Graduate Assistant
University Library Graduate Assistant
Assist the library with a variety of projects that can range from developing public relations materials to assisting in research and instruction support.
Level of contact with people: Medium
Main responsibilities:
- Develop library public relations materials
- Assist with creating and updating library reference and instruction resources
- Assist with research that may be needed by supervisor or others
Strengths that match this position:
- Project management skills/experience
- Ability to work on a variety of projects
- Experience with college-level research
- Computer skills, including Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
Opportunity for advancement?: No.
Total positions in the library: 1
Expected hours per week: 10
