Special Collections Student Assistant (FWS) - Special and Area Studies Collections

Special Collections Student Assistant (FWS) - Special and Area Studies Collections

Job no: 540857
Work type: Student Ast
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Libraries/Museums, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department:  - LB-SPEC - AREA STUDIES COL

Classification

Title:

Special Collections Student Assistant (FWS) - Special and Area Studies Collections

Have an approved Federal Word Study Permit for 2026.

Job Description:

Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. 9-12 hours/week

Job Duties:

• Work at the main desk in the Grand Reading Room. Register patrons and make them aware of rules. Provide a secure presence at the desk to ensure protection and security of materials.
• Provide patrons with reference assistance
• Shelve and organize materials in the library
• Keep sections in order by checking the call numbers, straightening the shelves, reporting problems
• Retrieve requested items for patrons
• Assist patrons with computers and scanners
• Work with unique and invaluable manuscript materials by sorting, refoldering, and reboxing items
• Create folder lists using Microsoft Word, Excel, or other computer programs
• Perform tasks and projects as assigned by archivists and curators
• Complete scanning projects as needed
• Occasionally conduct research by looking through documents and books
• Help maintain library environment by ensuring that the No Food/Drink policy is observed

$15.25 /hr

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work courteously and effectively with others
• Ability to work with attention to detail
• Ability to follow both written and spoken instructions and procedures
• Ability to manage time and commitments including scheduled work hours
• Applicants should provide proof of FWS award for Fall 2026

Preferred:

• Ability to lift 25 pound boxes and stand on stools and ladders
• Previous experience in any library setting
• Good database and web searching skills
• Ability to work independently once trained

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment

Required:

Health Assessment

Required:

No

Advertised: 07 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 21 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.