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University of Florida

Federal Work Study Library Student Assistant, Education Library

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Pay: Not specified
Posted: 8 weeks ago
Location: Gainesville, FL (Onsite)
Last Updated: 1 week ago
Hours: Part-Time
Expires: 10/5/2026

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A Library Assistant or Technician assists librarians with organizing materials and helping patrons. Works in a public library, school library, or specialized medical, business or law library. May assist with technology resources in the library.

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Job Description

JOB NO:
540669
WORK TYPE:
Student Ast
LOCATION
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES
Libraries/Museums, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Student Services
DEPARTMENT
55020400 - LB-EDUCATION
CLASSIFICATION TITLE
Federal Work Study Library Student Assistant, Education Library
CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
N/A
JOB DESCRIPTION
The position begins in Fall 2026 semester, with the option to continue working in the following semesters if receiving an FWS award. It entails general library duties related to customer service and the organization and maintenance of circulating materials at the Education Library.
Responsibilities include:
Assisting patrons at the service desks and on the phone with basic directional, circulation, and reference questions Loaning, processing, and returning library materials Assisting patrons with technology in our computer lab Assist patrons with printing Recording statistics on patron transactions Stack maintenance tasks, including shelving and shelf-reading Duties may include adapting to service changes and assisting with other projects and initiatives as assigned
Schedule:
Regular weekly schedules will be set at the beginning of the semester but are subject to change. Work hours could include any hours the building is open and additional time after closing and before opening. Most Education Library student assistants are scheduled for 11 hours per week. For Fall 2026, the Education Library will be open: Monday to
Thursday:
8 am — 10 pm
Friday:
8 am — 5 pm
Sunday:
2pm - 10 pm
EXPECTED SALARY
$15.50/h
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Federal Work-Study Program Good communication skills Detail-oriented Works well with the public Capable of working independently Punctual and reliable Must be able to push 50lbs, lift 25lbs
PREFERRED
Previous library experience is preferred but not required.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
Please be sure to upload: A copy of your Fall 2026 class schedule for consideration A copy of your résumé A cover letter detailing your interest in this position A screenshot or copy of your Federal Work Study award details Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED
No
ADVERTISED
20 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE
03 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time