Library Assistant B; STUDENT​/STUDY

Library Assistant B (STUDENT/WORK STUDY)

The Frances Willson Thompson Library is looking for customer-service oriented University of Michigan - Flint students to join our team in Fall 2025. As an integral part of the campus community, you will help fellow students use library services and resources and act as a source of information about campus.

• Assist in day-to-day operations at the circulation desk, including opening and closing the library
• Process lending, return, and renewal of library items using library computer systems
• Provide excellent customer service to University students, faculty, staff, and public patrons both in person and by phone
• Maintain the stacks in the library by shelving, shelf reading, shifting, and daily pickups of library items
• Handle basic maintenance and technology troubleshooting of ITS computers and multi-function printers
• Perform other assigned duties, including ad-hoc projects in Technical Services and the Genesee Historical Collections Center
• Participate in ongoing training exercises and regular performance evaluations

• Currently enrolled student at UM-Flint in good standing
• Ability to work 8–12 hours per week, including some weekend and evening shifts
• Ability to lift, transport, sort, and shelve library materials
• Ability to maintain patron confidentiality
• Effective communication skills with patrons

• Previous library or customer service experience
• Outgoing personality and customer-service oriented
• Knowledge of the UM-Flint campus
• Ability to accurately follow instructions, pay attention to detail, and work efficiently
• Ability to work independently or with a team
• Willingness to learn and be an active participant in the workplace

Preference will be given to students who can make at least a one-year commitment from their hire date and to students with Work‑Study.

Position:
Library Assistant B (Student/Work Study) – Temporary

Location:

Flint Campus, Flint, MI

Work Mode:
Onsite (full onsite required, hybrid or remote not available)

Hours:

Approximately 8–12 hours per week, including evening shifts and occasional weekends. Winter operating hours of the library are Monday–Thursday 9 am–10 pm, Friday 9 am–6 pm, Saturday Closed, Sunday Closed.

Salary: $15.00 per hour.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.