Library Information Student Assistant-- Study

Library Information Student Assistant – Work Study

This is a summer position and then possible a fall and spring position. Work Study is required for fall and spring semesters and summer. Available work hours are dependent on the needs of the library. Holidays may be required, but you will be notified in advance. You are hired semester to semester.

Title: Library Information Student Assistant – Work Study
Location: Springfield Campus
Department: Library
Hours: 15–20 hours per week during the summer. Fall and spring schedules will be subject to change based on student availability.
Pay: $15.00 per hour

• Welcome a diverse community of users and connect them to library services and resources.
• Staff the main information desk.
• Lend library materials.
• Shelve materials.
• Utilize the library’s online catalog.
• Assist with special projects.

• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Flexibility and dependability.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Meet all University requirements to work on campus.
• Legal Federal Work Study Recipient status.

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All students chosen will receive on‑the‑job training, ideally starting during intersession or sooner.

Provide a list of available times to work at the bottom of your cover letter.

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non‑discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University.

Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against.

Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance, 417‑836‑4252.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a full‑time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

05/05/2026

06/30/2026