Library Support Staff

Penn State Brandywine Library is seeking a dependable, positive, and productive individual to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in doing things well, enjoys staying busy throughout the day, and wants to become a valued member of a supportive workplace for the long term.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, honest, and willing to pitch in wherever needed. If you are the type of person who shows up on time, follows through on commitments, enjoys helping others, and likes to stay busy, we would love to hear from you.

Why You Will Enjoy This Position

• Consistent, year-round part-time schedule (20 hours per week)

• Supportive team that values reliability and collaboration

• Positive campus environment focused on learning and service

• Variety of responsibilities that keep the day moving

• Opportunities to contribute ideas and take ownership of projects

• Meaningful work that supports students, faculty, and the community

What You Will Do

Every day brings a mix of responsibilities that help the library run smoothly. You will:

• Assist library visitors and provide friendly, professional customer service

• Keep books, materials, and library spaces organized and well maintained

• Support programs, displays, events, and outreach activities

• Help create signage, promotional materials, and other library communications

• Complete administrative and inventory tasks accurately and on time

• Contribute to special projects and improvements throughout the library

• Work closely with library staff to ensure a welcoming, efficient environment

This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys staying engaged, takes initiative, and finds satisfaction in getting things done.

The successful candidate will be:

• Friendly, positive, and professional

• Honest, trustworthy, and accountable

• Consistently reliable and punctual

• An excellent communicator with strong verbal and interpersonal skills

• Productive and self-motivated

• Organized, detail-oriented, and thorough

• Comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities and priorities

• Willing to help wherever needed

• A strong team player who contributes to a positive workplace culture

• Interested in building a long-term working relationship with our library

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• One year of customer service or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred, But Not Required

• Experience in a library, school or office

• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Canva, PowerPoint, or social media tools

Schedule

• 20 hours per week

• Must be available to regularly support afternoon and evening library operations through closing time four days a week (Monday through Thursday, 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM during school year)

• Shift times and weekly hours may be adjusted during academic breaks or other times when the library operates on a modified schedule.

• Occasional weekend event coverage, typically only a few times per year.

• Candidates who can provide occasional schedule flexibility to assist with coverage during staff absences are preferred. 

• Fully on-site at Penn State Brandywine in Media, PA