Substitute Library Assistant

Anderson University and the Thrift Library invite applications for a Substitute Library Assistant. Anderson University is an innovative and entrepreneurial comprehensive, liberal arts university affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention. Candidates with a strong Christian value system, lifestyle, and commitment to the integration of faith and learning are encouraged to apply.

This position serves as a substitute for library personnel who are unable to work their regular shifts and/or to provide support for short-term needs. Job responsibilities for the Substitute Library Assistant include:

• Supervise the circulation desk, main floor, and second floor.
• Provide access services, which can include circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan, stack maintenance, room scheduling, facility maintenance, security, and opening/closing of the library.
• Process physical library acquisitions and discards.
• Assist with weeding and inventory of the library’s collections.
• Supervise and provide direction to student employees.
• Provide on-demand individualized reference assistance to students, staff, and faculty.

Qualified candidates will hold an associate degree or equivalent of two years of college; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. Experience working in a library and/or certification or coursework in library science is preferred. A high level of comfort and proficiency with technology and an ability to learn and adapt to new technologies is required. The ability to work independently, prioritize among multiple competing projects, manage complex workflows, and sustain a high level of attention to detail is essential.

This is an on-site, in person role. Candidates must be available and able to fill shifts as needed during the library’s open hours. To ensure full consideration, please email a letter of application, resume, and an Anderson University Staff Application to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Anderson University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University-administered programs.

As a Christian institution of higher education, Anderson University is entitled to certain religious accommodations under federal and state law, including Title IX of the Education Amendments Act and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. For questions or concerns contact the Office of Human Resources at