Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Student: Library Associate (Marksbury Family Branch) Requisition Number SE04202 Department Name 3J5SE: Student Employment Work Location Lexington, KY On Campus/Off Campus Off Campus Salary Range $15.46 Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Preferred Education/ExperienceHours per WeekPrimary Work Schedule Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00am-2:00pm. Fridays, 9:00am-1:00pm. Every other weekend, Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm and Sunday 12:30pm-5:00pm Position may require occasional changes in schedule. Job SummaryYou must be a current UK student to apply to this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.As a Part-time Library Associate I, a typical day may include the following...
- Provide exceptional customer service by teaching and assisting customers with checkout and other circulation-related tasks.
- Assist customers with library card accounts, including processing applications, verifying and updating account information, and accepting payment on accounts, with latitude to resolve customer complaints.
- Assist customers in utilizing library tools, including the library's website and databases, digital material formats, the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), copiers, computers, printers, etc.
- Assist customers in utilizing internet and electronic resources, including websites, social media sites, job search sites, email accounts, online forms, etc.
- Assist customers with Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Proactively seek out customers to offer assistance in all parts of the library or department.
- Suggest books and authors to customers upon request and assist customers in locating and reserving library materials.
- Provide accurate information about library resources and services to customers.
- Explain the policies, procedures and code of conduct to customers. Refer to appropriate supervisory level as needed.
- Perform routine collection maintenance tasks according to assignment.
- Assist in checking in returned materials, pulling reserve items for customer pickup, and returning materials to the shelves.
- Offer programming support and assist with programs under the direction of a supervisor.
- Utilize library e-mail on a daily basis in order to stay informed about library matters.
- Advise customers of LPL Customer Use of Library Spaces and Computer and Internet Use policies or refer to supervisor/manager as appropriate.
- Respect the facility and work environment by keeping work area neat, handling minor cleanups, and reporting maintenance issues promptly and appropriately.
- Interact and communicate pleasantly and effectively with diverse customers and staff, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor and providing friendly courteous service.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDeadline to Apply 08/20/2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Anticipated Start Date 08/25/2025