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• **Application Instructions:****Active Student Employees:** If you are a current Student Employee or have previously worked in a student position, you must apply from your existing **Workday** account. **Do not apply from the external careers website**. Log in to **Workday** and type **Find Jobs in the search**. Locate the position and click **Apply**.**External Applicants:** Please upload your **resume** on the **Apply** screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the **My Information** page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and fully complete all sections of the application. ***You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it*.****Job Family:**Student Regular Wage**Department:**Swilley Library**Supervisor:**Zachary Blanke**Job Title:**Swilley Library Public Services Student Assistant**Job Description:*** Assists students and faculty with basic library tasks, including book searches and logging into library resources from off campus, as trained by the Public Services Librarian and Library Assistants. For more in-depth assistance, directs the library user to Research Services, or other sources of library help as appropriate.* Helps with technology and software at least to the level of identifying the software that is available on the library computers and basic printer maintenance – paper jams, paper replenishment, and toner installation.* Handles circulation including book check-in and out, equipment check-in and out, and processing courier packages delivered.* Answers library phones, directs calls, and takes messages.* Keeps the library tidy by pushing chairs in, cleaning white boards, and wiping down surfaces and equipment as needed.* Maintains a presence in the library during shift, observing for user needs and library operation, as well as user compliance with library rules. Performs hourly patron count.* When rules are not followed, makes patron aware of rules and refers further problems to the Public Services Librarian and Library Assistants.* Keeps book collection and other library materials in an orderly manner using LC Classification system and the library catalog.* Performs suitable special and general library projects as assigned by the Public Services Librarian and Library Assistants.Must be a Mercer student in good standing. Must have the ability to work well with the public, the ability to complete tasks accurately, and have excellent communication skills. Knowledge of computers, computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.) is essential. Previous library experience is ideal. Nights and weekend availability needed.Pay rate: $10.00 per hour**Scheduled Hours:**20**Start Date:**10/27/2025**End Date:**05/3/2026Student employees are vital to the success of Mercer University. At Mercer, we are dedicated to helping students find meaningful on-campus jobs and ensuring that students maximize the value of their employment experiences. We believe that having an on-campus job helps students become more involved with the Mercer University community, provides valuable work experience, helps build transferable skills, and habits that will benefit future career options. Moreover, on-campus jobs provide financial rewards.Important Note: In adherence to the Immigration Control Act of 1986, all student employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and present documentation verifying citizenship or permanent residency. You will not be allowed to begin work until the I-9 form has been completed and properly certified. The required documents include either a valid US Passport, certificate of US citizenship, alien registration card with photograph OR two of the following documents: a state driver's license, validated student ID card, original social security card, birth certificate.
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