Student Worker - Sullivan Family Library

Student Worker
- Sullivan Family Library

Student

7 days ago Requisition

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU

• Title:
  
  Student Worker
  - Sullivan Family Library
• Department:
  Sullivan Family Library
• Employment type:
  
  Non-Exempt

The candidate will provide support for both the public-facing (e.g., general circulation duties, opening and closing the library, and patron assistance) and back-end aspects (library collection maintenance, clerical work) of the library, along with any miscellaneous projects as needed. The candidate is expected to consider all patron information, written or verbal, as sensitive and confidential.

• Develop and hone public service and communication skills, including phone etiquette, multitasking, and experience in handling various questions and issues.
• Develop project management skills, from the planning phase through to design and implementation.
• Work with a variety of people with varying skillsets and experience.
• Develop and hone time management skills through balancing school, work, and outside responsibilities.

• Direct Report to:
  Circulation Supervisor
• Indirect Report to:
  Circulation Assistant and Library Technical Assistant

• General circulation (checkout, check-in/discharging items, reserves, processing fines, user registration and renewals).
• Assist patrons in locating library materials; using the library’s discovery platform, other equipment, and referring patrons to librarians/staff when necessary.
• Create and/or set up book and board displays on a regular basis.
• Assist in opening the library when scheduled to work in mornings and/or securing the library in evenings and/or weekends.

• Library collection/stack maintenance (processing materials, shelving, shelf-reading, and shifting).
• Clerical work (word processing, spreadsheets, typing, filing, and photocopying).

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Details relating to both essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management.

• Minimum:
  Current, full-time student status at Chaminade University of Honolulu.
• Preferred:
  Student should maintain a current GPA of at least 2.5/3.0.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize work and resources.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and quality.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to remember library policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a diverse team.
• High integrity and ethical standards.

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and some manual work that requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs and ladders, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 30 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

• This is a Part-time, Non-Exempt Student Worker position. Depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required. Must be willing and able to work mornings, nights, and/or weekends according to a semi-stable schedule.
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner.
• For the Fall 2026 semester, we are looking to fill our nights and weekend shifts. This includes Monday – Thursday from 6:00 pm-11:00 pm, Saturday from 11:00 am-4:00 pm, and Sunday from 2:00 pm-9:00 pm. Availability for these shifts will be prioritized.
• Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Serving: An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University. Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.