Library Desk Assistant job at Missouri Western State University Saint Joseph, MO, US

Job Description

Position Information

Position Title Library Desk Assistant

Department Library

Appointment Term Spring (January - May)

FLSA Non-Exempt

Job Summary

To assist library staff with the daily functions at library desks.

Preferred start date: 01/20/2026

Essential Duties

Basic customer service
Checking in/out library materials using Sierra computer system
Assist patrons in locating library materials
Re-shelving library materials using the Library of Congress call number system
Handling monetary transactions involving payment of fines, etc.
Basic computer/clerical tasks
Keeping work area and library areas neat and orderly
Assist with disinfecting computer keyboards/mice, study tables and study rooms
Stocking paper and changing toner in the library printers
Communicate effectively with library patrons
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

MWSU Student
Degree Seeking
At least an overall 2.0 GPA
Enrolled at least part-time
May need to qualify for Federal Work Study

Preferred Qualifications

Federal Work Study eligible students are encouraged to apply.
Preferred start date: 01/20/2026

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must possess excellent customer service skills
Be able to interact and communicate effectively with patrons and library staff
Be able to push/pull 50lb cart of books
Ability to shelve and retrieve library materials
Basic computer/clerical skills and attention to detail is required
Must be detail-oriented

Physical Demands Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Demands

Location where duties are to be performed

Library Circulation/Information Desks
Hearnes Library

Federal Work Study Not Required

Hours of Work

Average 18 hours per week.
Must be able to work nights and/or weekends between the hours of 9:00am – 9:00pm.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ST267P

Number of Vacancies 2

Open Date 11/20/2025

Priority Deadline 01/09/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

All students are encouraged to apply for Federal Work Study. You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ) and submit all requested documentation (if applicable) for your eligibility to be determined.

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361; website )

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Night shift, Weekend work,

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