Library Assistant 1 (Student Worker)

Location: Wilson Library - Interlibrary Loan & Digital Delivery (West Bank)

Total Hours Per Week Scheduled: 10 - 15 hours (flexible)

Work Study Requirement: Not required or preferred

Hours of Operation: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Job Duties:

• Prepare material for shipping in campus mail and other delivery locations.
• Process ILL returns: check-in and sort returned ILL materials, remove book strips, and prepare materials for courier or postal shipment.
• Digital Delivery: scan the requested content from print materials. Data projects as needed.

Required

• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Attention to detail
• Proven ability to work independently and in cooperation with colleagues in a service-oriented, collaborative environment.
  Ability to lift 30lbs

Preferred

• Attention to detail in an environment with repetitive tasks. Independent, self-starter.

Unit Overview: Interlibrary Loan services are offered without charge by the University Libraries to promote coursework and scholarly research by providing access to materials that are not held within the Twin Cities campus collections or are currently unavailable.

Pay Range: $15.25/hour

Please visit the Office of Student Health Benefits website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

Student workers are eligible to participate in the Student Health Benefit Plan, if they maintain 6 or more eligible course credits within a given semester. The same applies for Undergraduate Students, Graduate Assistants, Residents, Fellows, and Interns.

Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Please attach the following documents in Word or PDF Format (DO NOT copy and paste) along with online application to be considered.

1. Resume.
2. Class schedule for Spring 2026.
3. Complete Google Form link: https://forms.gle/fDmChhzaz5iZrWim9

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

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