Part-Time Life Sciences and Subject Libraries Support Staff

Job Description

University Libraries – University Park Life Sciences Library seeks motivated and responsible individuals to provide reference desk and public services assistance.

• Reference assistance.
• Circulation of reference items.
• Maintenance of overall library appearance.
• Enforcement of University and Libraries policies.
• Collection of data for various types of assessment.
• Shelve periodicals and file other library reference materials.
• Shelf reading/scanning of collections.
• Other duties of a similar nature.

Applicants should have strong interpersonal, communication, and computer skills.

Applicants with a background in any of the life sciences are preferred.

The position requires the ability to move throughout the library during a shift, and availability for evening and weekend shifts as scheduled, including willingness to pick up open shifts.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact .