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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.
$46,370 / year median in Massachusetts
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Work Study Library Student
Posting Details
Position Information Title Work Study Library Student
Position Description Maxwell Library is a focal point of activity for the BSU community, supporting the teaching, learning and research needs of more than 11,000 students and 300 faculty members. Located on the West Campus, the library provides a variety of information resources and electronic tools for student and faculty use in a comfortable and inviting environment. Library Student Assistants will be responsible to the following:
Provide excellent customer services at the Access Services Desk
Answer patron questions and direct patrons to the appropriate library staff member
Shelve books and other library materials
Shelf read books and clean the stacks
Retrieve holds from the stacks and assist patrons with retrieving books
Use the library database to check books in and out
Perform daily patron counts throughout the library
Other duties as assigned Eligibility requirements:
Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
Must have Work Study award in your financial aid package Preferred Qualifications Experience in a customer service environment.
General office skills.
Strong computer skills.
Good interpersonal skills. Physical Demands Ability to bend, stand and push a book cart. Special Conditions for Eligibility Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer. EEO Statement Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law. Hourly Rate $16.00
Posting Detail Information Posting Number Stu05962P
Open Date Close Date 10/15/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Neil Yoder
nyoder@bridgew.edu