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Req Id: 43342
Job Title: Senior Library Assistant
City: Fort Wayne
Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:
We are currently seeking a full-time, on-site Senior Library Assistant in our Library. This position blends hands-on work with digital archives with frontline service to students, faculty, and community members. The pay for this position is $17.00/hr.
Primary Responsibilities:
Upload and maintain digital assets (images, documents, etc.), create and correct metadata and transcriptions, ensure quality digitization, and troubleshoot issues in digital systems.
Assist patrons with circulation and reference services; answer basic to mid-level research questions.
Instruct users in effective search strategies and use of library databases.
Provide training and support for patrons using library equipment (computers, printers, microform readers, etc.) and specialized technology in the library.
Troubleshoot and report technology issues to library IT.
Train and schedule student employees; review their work for accuracy and quality; provide direction during shifts, including evenings and weekends.
Deliver courteous, professional assistance in person, online, and by phone.
Communicate library policies clearly; handle patron concerns and referrals to other departments.
Work with librarians, library IT, and other library staff on cross-departmental projects; contribute to special projects and initiatives that advance library services.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
HS Diploma/GED.
College course work- Experience will be accepted in lieu of education.
2 yrs. exp required in computer skills, high level of customer service, and interpersonal and organizational skills.
Computer skills: Internet searching, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Photoshop abilities.
Other required skills: Active listening and effective written and oral communication skills, including communicating technical information to non-technical people.
Ability to interpret information, analyze, and solve problems.
Ability to be meticulous when needed.
Utilize time management skills to meet project deadlines.
Perform basic and routine bibliographical searches using diverse computer systems and networks.
Provide quality customer service.
Work as a team member and foster a cooperative work environment.
Able to self-motivate and quickly adapt to a changing environment, and to find solutions in a complex situation.
Flexibility of work schedule dictated by the university academic calendar and university holidays.
Work Schedule: Sunday noon – 9pm, Monday – Wednesday 8am – 5pm, Thursday noon – 9pm .
Preferred Qualifications:
Library Science or Library and Information Science coursework, certificate, or degree.
Digital archives and library circulation and/or reference experience encouraged.
Work experience in an academic library or employment in an academic setting.
Experience supervising or training student employees.
Familiarity with digital archiving, digital asset management, and library management systems (such as ExLibris Alma/Primo and ILLiad).
Knowledge of library databases, basic search theory, the Library of Congress Classification system, library circulation policies, and familiarity with electronic library resources including library databases and basic library systems.
Ability to adapt to and learn new technologies strongly preferred.
Benefits:
Free tuition through Purdue University Global.
Fee remission for a traditional Purdue degree for yourself, your spouse, and your child(ren).
Insurance starts on first day of employment.
Generous Paid Time Off – additional PTO in December.
Additional benefit information: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/benewell/
Additional Information:
Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.
A background and misconduct check will be required for employment in this position.
Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
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Posting Start Date: 7/29/26
