About the role#
Student Library Assistants work on the 5th floor of Bizzell Memorial Library. You will support patrons using the History of Science Collections, the Bass Business History Collection, the John and Mary Nichols Collections, and the Bizzell Bible Collection. This is a paid position for the Fall 2026 term.
What you'll do#
- Staff the Welcome Desk and the Research Desk.
- Greet visitors and answer incoming telephone calls.
- Explain reading room rules to patrons.
- Page books and assist with interlibrary loan requests.
- Help with digitization projects and general stacks maintenance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- You may occasionally work during an evening or Saturday event.
What you'll need#
- You must be currently enrolled as a student at the University of Oklahoma for the Fall term.
- Basic computer skills and customer service experience.
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral English.
- We prefer candidates who can work in this position for more than one semester.
- Previous library experience is a plus.
- Comfort with various software, database applications, and new information technologies is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Norman, Oklahoma.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Your supervisor will coordinate with you to build a schedule around your classes.
- Employment type: Full-time.
About University of Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma is a public research institution based in Norman, Oklahoma. It was founded in 1890 and currently employs over 12,000 staff members. The university offers programs across various fields including engineering, business, law, and the arts. It serves a diverse student population from across the United States and many other countries.
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