Library Assistant, Stacks Maintenance and Retrieval

Library Assistant, Stacks Maintenance and Retrieval

At Duke University Libraries, we value individuals who bring care, curiosity, and a commitment to service. In this role, you will help maintain the integrity and accessibility of our physical collections while supporting a welcoming environment for all library users.

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and daily execution of stacks maintenance activities across all floors of Perkins & Bostock Libraries.
• Inspect library floors daily to retrieve, return, and reshelve materials used by patrons.
• Check in new materials using the Alma Library Management System; sort returned items and prepare shelving trucks.
• Maintain appropriate shelf space by shifting collections and updating stack signage as needed.
• Monitor and report the condition of stacks and library floors to supervisors and appropriate staff.
• Provide direct assistance to patrons in locating materials within the stacks and sorting areas.
• Staff the Perkins Service Desk on a regular schedule, supporting and training student employees while delivering customer-focused service.
• Assist with training and oversight of student employees assigned to stacks maintenance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of library operations.

• Two years of post‑secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least three months of related work experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Basic proficiency with standard office and productivity technologies.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete daily tasks efficiently.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
• Preferred:
  Experience in a large academic library, knowledge of Library of Congress call numbers, customer service training, or experience with online databases.

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $18.00 to $26.62.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family‑friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

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