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Student Engagement and Outreach Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, University Park
201 Old Main (Show on map)
Jul 18, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State University Libraries are currently accepting applications for a Student Engagement and Outreach Assistant. The selected candidate should expect to:

  • Assist with the development of programming to support the Leisure Reading collection, as well as the ongoing maintenance of the Leisure Reading room and collections, to include:

    • Collaborating with coworkers to plan, implement and assess the Leisure Reading collection (both physical and digital collections);

    • Helping to plan and run programming throughout the year that supports the Leisure Reading collection;

    • Developing and maintaining multiple book displays and digital bookshelves;

    • Record maintenance and input on title selections.

    Assist in providing outreach programming as needed, to include:

    • Supporting the planning, implementation, and assessment efforts of various outreach initiatives;

    • Advising on associated marketing efforts;

    • Event attendance and support;

    • Examples of events include tours, orientations, resource fairs, open houses, De-Stress Fests, wellbeing initiatives, etc.

    Assist with Libraries classroom maintenance to include:

    • supporting Library Learning Services in creating and managing student-centered learning spaces (classrooms and sensory room);

    • supervising classroom whiteboard cleaning, supplies, cleaning and restocking schedules.

Additional applicant requirements include:

  • A general knowledge of Penn State and the Libraries

  • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

  • Excellent time management skills

  • Ability to work independently on assigned tasks

  • High degree of reliability

  • Windows/Microsoft Office/Internet competence

Work Days: Various (generally M-F, core days to be established)

Work Hours: Various (generally 8-5, core hours to be established)

Number of Hours: 15 hrs./week

May require some evening hours for event support.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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