Graduate Assistant for Pfeiffer Library

Description

Graduate Assistant for Pfeiffer Library

POSITION: Graduate Assistant for Pfeiffer Library

SUPERVISOR: Director of Pfeiffer Library

DEPARTMENT:  Pfeiffer Library

POSITION TYPE: Part-time (20 hours per week)

LOCATION: Tiffin University, Tiffin, OH

Tiffin University is seeking a motivated and reliable Graduate Assistant (GA) to support library services and testing during the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. This is a part-time position, offering valuable professional experience in a dynamic academic setting. The GA will be responsible for assisting with library tasks, supporting testing operations, and providing general support to staff and students as needed. It is a part-time position, and the GA will work 20 hours per week. The benefits of this position include a monthly stipend and 100% of tuition costs, class lab fees, and technology fees (does not include books). The Graduate Assistant MUST be admitted and enrolled in a minimum of 4 credit hours each semester towards a Master’s program at Tiffin University to be eligible and maintain eligibility. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the coordination of library desk activities.
• Provide support for testing and examination services, including monitoring, setting up, and assisting students with test-related queries.
• Maintain a welcoming and efficient environment for library patrons.
• Assist with general library operations, including circulation, shelving, and assisting students and faculty with library services.
• Assist with special projects and administrative tasks as needed.

Benefits:

• Monthly stipend
• 100% tuition coverage for graduate courses at Tiffin University, including class lab fees and technology fees (does not include books)
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an academic library setting

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be admitted and enrolled in a minimum of 4 credit hours each semester in a Master's program at Tiffin University.
• Maintain enrollment and good academic standing throughout the assistantship.

Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in business, human resources, education, or similar is required as well as enrollment in Tiffin University’s graduate program during the Graduate Assistant position. Successful candidates will have a strong work ethic; professionally conduct themselves, work well autonomously and in a team environment, and possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Prior experience working in a library or customer service setting is a plus.

Requirements

KEY COMPETENCIES

Interdependence: Fosters collaboration

Communication: Strong decision-making and communication skills

Accountability: Formulates effective and progressive strategies aligned with the University's mission and values

Respect: Creates an engaging, collaborative work environment by bringing diverse people and ideas together.

Entrepreneurship: Influences and Inspires

EMBRACING OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

VISION STATEMENT – The vision for Tiffin University is to become A premier university for challenging students to enhance their global competencies and 21st-century skills for success in a diverse world.

MISSION STATEMENT – The mission of Tiffin University is to Educate students by linking knowledge to professional practice.

CORE VALUES – The values of Interdependence, Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Entrepreneurship comprise the ICARE values of Tiffin University.

We are firmly committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. These values are central to our beliefs. Candidates who have worked with diverse faculty, staff, and students and can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests. Tiffin University actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working, and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY: Tiffin University is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for employees, applicant for employment, students or applicant for admission, access to educational opportunities on the basis of race, religion, personal appearance, color, sex, pregnancy, political affiliation, social-economic class, place of business, residence, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any resolution process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. 

Tiffin University is an Equal Opportunity Employer