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Library Assistant - FWS

Onondaga Community College

Syracuse, NYJob$16–17/hrSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$16–17/hr
Location
Syracuse, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Coulter Library seeks a student assistant to work the reserve and circulation desks Monday through Thursday and weekends, handling check‑ins and check‑outs, re‑shelving, study‑room bookings, room counts, answering basic queries and supporting library events while maintaining punctuality and reliability.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Communication SkillsWelcoming Friendly DemeanorUnderstanding of Alphabetical and Numerical OrderBasic Computer FamiliarityAttention to DetailPhysical Lifting AbilityReaching and Bending

Qualifications

Valid FAFSAFinancial NeedMatriculated Into ProgramHalf-Time EnrollmentSatisfactory Academic Progress

Full job description

Location: Syracuse, NY Category: Student Employment (SW/ FWS) Job Type: Other Posted On: Mon Aug 17 2026 Job Description:

Coulter Library needs assistance at the reserve and circulation desks Monday - Thursday and weekends.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Checking books and other items in and out, re-shelving returned material, booking & maintaining the study rooms, hourly room counts, answering simple library questions, and assisting with our library events.

Candidates should have: Good communication skills; a welcoming & friendly demeanor, a complete understanding of alphabetical and numerical order, basic familiarity with computers, and attention to detail. We expect our team to be punctual and reliable.

Physically, this position requires lifting, reaching, and bending to re-shelve books, as well as walking the 2nd and 3rd floor every hour.

Job Requirements:

  • Must have a valid FAFSA (https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa) on file

  • Must have a financial need, as demonstrated by the FAFSA

  • Must be matriculated into a program

  • Attending at least half-time (6 credit hours)

  • Maintain satisfactory progress (SAP) towards the completion of their program

Additional Information:

Library Hours of Operations: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-8pm, Friday 8:30am-4:30pm, Saturday 12-4pm, Sunday 2-6pm

Pay Rate: Starting rate of $16/hour for new Federal Work Studies.

Starting rate of $17/hour for returning Federal Work Studies

Federal Work Study may work up to 20 hours per week while classes are in session.

To see if you qualify for Federal Work Study (FWS) Position:

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