Student WorkerLibrary Assistant, Savitt Medical Library

Student Worker

• Library Assistant, Savitt Medical Library University of Nevada, Reno, United States 2 days ago

Location:

Reno, NEVADA

Job Type:

PartTime The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobsunr . For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778. Job Description The Savitt Medical Library, primarily serving the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) School of Medicine, is recruiting for a Student Library Assistant who is interested in starting work during Summer 2026 and continuing their employment through the school year. At Savitt, our student assistants serve as the face of our library, assisting medical students, faculty, and members of the public in various capacities while maintaining a polite, professional demeanor. Responsibilities Staffing the circulation desk during open hours Answering telephones and transferring calls when needed Answering patron questions using all available resources Searching the library catalog using Primo and Alma Taking study room reservations and entering them in LibCal Processing holds Checking items out and in Reshelving materials in the correct place Collecting fines Tendering sales Signing community borrowers up for library cards Troubleshooting printing issues Tracking library statistics Opening and closing the library Other tasks as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Currently enrolled as a student at University of Nevada, Reno Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook and Word Familiar with operating different office equipment (for instance: printers, scanners, or multi-line phones) Self-starter Punctual Detail-oriented Organized Communicates effectively by phone, email, and in person Preferred Qualifications Has prior experience working with the public in a customer service capacity Has prior experience working with either inventory management or customer account management software Has prior experience using a Point of Sale (POS) system Available to work weekends, evenings, and breaks Schedule Expected hours to work per week: 10

• 15 hours a week during the semester, up to 40 hours per week during school breaks.

Library hours of operation vary by semester Exempt No Full-Time Equivalent 25.0% Required Attachment(s) Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at jobsunr . Attach the following attachment(s) to your application Resume

• (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented. Current Unofficial Transcript
• (required) Summer 2026 Class Schedule
• (if enrolled) Fall 2026 Class Schedule
• (required) Cover Letter
• (optional) This posting is open until filled Qualified individuals are encouraged to immediately.

Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. Posting Close Date Note to Applicant A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine