Library Student Assistant

Located in the heart of New York City, The New School has been a pioneering force in education, creativity, and innovation since its founding in 1919. With a progressive, globally recognized interdisciplinary model, the university is home to a diverse community of thousands of students from more than 100 countries. We offer over 135 degree and diploma programs across our esteemed colleges, including Parsons School of Design, The New School for Social Research, Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts, Parsons Paris, and the College of Performing Arts.

POSITION/ROLE OVERVIEW

The New School Libraries are seeking 6+ Student Worker Library Assistants who will support the university's mission of preparing students to understand, contribute to, and succeed in a rapidly changing society, thereby making the world a better and more just place. Our work contributes to this mission by offering consistent and reliable service to all students, faculty, and staff of The New School.

CORE CAPABILITIES, PRIMARY DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report for shift on time and review priority tasks with supervisor

• Monitor patrons entering and exiting the library and be ready to assist them at the circulation desk

• Check in and check out library materials to patrons at the desk using library software

• Stacks maintenance including shelving, in-housing books, shelf reading, etc.

• Answer the telephone

• Help patrons find items in the stacks and in the library catalog

• Assist patrons with library printing

• Other library-related tasks such as scanning books, paging books, preparing reserve books, and other duties assigned by staff

• Assist with the opening or closing procedures in the library depending on shift time

• Federal Word Study Award Letter

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent customer service skills 

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate clearly with library users 

• Adaptable and consistent when notifying the supervisor of schedule changes

• Attention to detail 

• Ability to interact with students, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds

• Ability to work without close supervision or alone

• Familiarity with Google Suite (Calendar, Gmail, Docs, Sheets, etc.)

• Physical ability to lift items and push loaded book carts. Accommodations can be made if needed.

WORK MODE: This position is in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement. #LI-DNI

Hourly Rate: $17.00-$18.00 per hour 

WHY JOIN US?

The New School Library plays a central role in supporting the university's mission of preparing students to understand, contribute to, and succeed in a rapidly changing society, thus making the world a better and more just place. Our work contributes to this mission by offering consistent and reliable service to all students, faculty, and staff of The New School. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment based on race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce

Responsibilities:

Students provide excellent customer service by assisting patrons with circulation services, locating library resources, and answering general inquiries. Support daily library operations through collection maintenance, opening and closing procedures, and other assigned tasks to ensure a safe, organized, and welcoming environment.