Library assistant and studies Job at University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS

Y1A0alhselBnNFM1NnlmSkh3REc0TzZjZWc9PQ==
  • University of Kansas
  • Lawrence, KS

Job Description

Position Overview

Staff the International Collections department service desk; Create lists of books in English and other languages; and perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to helping create lib-guides and fixing broken links.

Job Description

100% - Assist the librarian for Africana and International studies to build, evaluate, and assess assigned collections through review and selection of materials related to Africana Studies (including Africa and the African Diaspora), with additional responsibilities for Francophone and Global & International Studies, including materials in African languages (e.g., Arabic, Kiswahili, Wolof, Yorùbá, etc.), English, French, Portuguese, Italian, German, and other languages as needed.

Required Qualifications

  • Familiarity with web applications as evidenced in application materials.
  • Basic familiarity with KU Libraries collections and services as evidenced in application materials.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of French, Italian, or any African language as evidenced in application materials.
  • Working knowledge of any African language as evidenced in application materials.
  • Demonstrated ability to use library resources (e.g., library online catalog and other electronic databases).
  • Effective communication skills as evidenced in application materials.
  • Familiarity with online content management systems as evidenced in application materials.
  • Data entry experience.

Position Requirements

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

Employment Conditions

(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.


(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.

Additional Candidate Instructions

Please attach a resume, a cover letter, and a list of three references.


To ensure consideration apply by the application review date 5/16/2025.

Contact Information to Applicants

Kodjo Atiso (katiso@ku.edu)

Advertised Salary Range

$15.00/hr

Anticipated Start Date

Monday June 2, 2025

Apply to Job



Posting Information

  • Posting ID: 30480BR
  • Department: Libraries-General
  • Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
  • Reg/Temp: Temporary
  • Employee Class: S-Student

Job Tags

Remote job, Hourly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Summer work,

Similar Jobs

NC Department of Transportation

HiCams Engineering Technician - Entry Level! Job at NC Department of Transportation

 ...reviews. NEW HIGHER PAY: $35,984 - $62,971 The Challenge We're looking for an entry-level Engineering Technician to join our team as a HiCams/Office Technician. Questions? Call me: Susan Chappell at (***) ***-****. Employment Type: Full... 

Peoria Unified School District

24/25 SY Assistant Athletic Coach-All Sports, All Levels Job at Peoria Unified School District

 ...to be coached ~Skill in communicating with all stakeholders OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. Must be able to pass a background clearence check. May be required to work outside normal working hours... 

Jamie Grayem

Compliance Policy Manager Job at Jamie Grayem

 ...Preferred Qualifications ~ Experience with PolicyHub by Mitratech a plus. Position location: Denver, CO hybrid schedule in office Tuesdays and Wednesdays weekly, and other days as needed. Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid... 

The Smilist

Dental Assistant - Pediatrics Job at The Smilist

 ...Smilist, we aim to provide high quality dental care in a warm, welcoming, and professional...  ..., friendly, and motivated Dental Assistant to join our growing practice and contribute...  ...Dental Assistant - at least 1 year Prior pediatrics experience preferred, but not required... 

Household Staffing

Live-In (or Live-Out) Nanny ASAP Job at Household Staffing

 ...someone whos energetic, adaptable, and eager to engage with the kids in fun, creative ways that help them grow and learn.Living Accommodations: The family prefers a live-in arrangement and offers the nanny a separate guest house on their property, not connected to the...