Federal Work Study - Library Student Assistant - Part-time
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$12 per hour |
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| Hours | Part-time |
| Location | Harrisburg, PA Harrisburg, Pennsylvania open_in_new |
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About this job
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
This position requires you to have received a work-study award. To verify if you have received a work-study award, please consult the Financial Aid Award Summary area in your LionPATH account. A Federal Work Study award does not guarantee a job is available.
This position requires you to have received a work-study award. To verify if you have received a work-study award, please consult the Financial Aid Award Summary area in your LionPATH account. A Federal Work Study award does not guarantee a job is available.
The Madlyn L. Hanes Library at Penn State Harrisburg is seeking Work Study student employees for the Fall 2025/Spring 2026 semesters.
Requirements
- Must have a 25/26 Federal Work Study Award to apply.
- A cover letter listing days and times you are available to work must accompany the completed application.
- Respectful and friendly customer service skills are required. Good communication and active listening skills as well as attention to detail are preferred.
- Good attendance is crucial.
Duties
- Assisting users at the circulation desk
- Processing library materials for checkout and return
- Shelving library materials and performing collections maintenance tasks
The starting hourly rate for this position is $12.00.
The starting hourly rate for this job is $12.00.
Federal Work Study job performance is evaluated either annually or through ongoing mentorship. Students who received a Federal Work Study award have the opportunity to obtain a job and perform related duties either on campus, or remotely, if possible and at the discretion of the employer. Students applying for Federal Work Study positions should clarify expectations with their potential employer regarding either on campus/in person or remote work arrangements.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review .
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