Library Student Outreach Work Study

This job is only available to students who qualify for Work-Study.  If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at [email protected].

Department: Schaffer Library

Location: Schaffer Library

Supervisor: Robyn Reed

Hours/Shifts Available: TBD

Rate of Pay: $9.70/hr

Number of Positions available: 2

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Promote library resources and services to the general student body through targeted activities, such as library events, tabling, etc.

• Plan and publicize library events that foster engagement, diversity, and inclusion.

• Recommend ways to improve the Union student library experience, by sharing stories, facilitating student focus groups, and/or conducting quick feedback activities.

• Meet with the Schaffer Outreach Committee once (or twice) a term to report on activities and share information.

• Create engaging promotional materials, including short videos (reels), library swag, posters, and social media posts.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently or with a team.

• Good oral and written communication.

• Willingness to actively engage with peers in public settings, like tabling, recording video content brainstorming, and/ or soliciting feedback.

• A strong desire to think imaginatively and innovatively.

• Some familiarity with creative tools like Canva, InDesign, Photoshop, etc. preferred. Experience with video creation and editing desired. 

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with student organizations/clubs to encourage collaboration on events and activities with Schaffer Library.

Location: Schenectady, NY

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