Student Assistant - Innovation & Research Commons Help Desk

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

Stu04869P

Home Org Name

Library Administration

Division Name

Library

Position Title

Student Assistant - Innovation & Research Commons Help Desk

Working Title (if different from Position Title)

Job Summary

Auburn University Libraries is seeking applicants for the position of Student Assistant to assist faculty and staff with daily library operations in the Innovation & Research Commons (I&RC).

Essential Functions

Provide direct service to library patrons at the I&RC Help Desk, which includes checking in/out technology equipment, answering questions, and directing patrons as needed.

Set up wide-format printing for patrons.

Help keep the area tidy.

Help patrons use and perform basic troubleshooting of hardware, including but not limited to: PC and Mac desktop computers, laserjet printers, wide-format inkjet printers, and flatbed and large-format scanners/plotters.

Help patrons locate microforms and operate microform reader/printers.

Inventory and create lists of technology lending equipment.

Inventory I&RC book collection.

Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

We're Here for You : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet Home Alabama : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

A Place for Everyone : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled student at Auburn University

Expectations:

Report for the shift on time.

Interest in public service and delivery of quality customer service.

Be willing to work as a team member while interacting with faculty, staff, and students.

Possess strong interpersonal and communications skills.

Dependability, multi-tasking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Job frequently requires standing, walking, reaching, balancing, hearing, handling objects with hands, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Rate

$9.00/hour

Work Hours

Students will work up to 20 hours per week depending on availability and department needs.

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date

11/17/2025

Closing Date

01/31/2026

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents

Resume

Cover Letter