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Library Assistant I (VMR)
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Job ID 5106
Job Type On-Campus Jobs
Employer 3780-Library
Date Posted Aug 17, 2026
Category Clerical
Job Description

From two busy service desks, Visual & Multimedia Resources (VMR) circulates DVDs, 16mm films, board and video games, and audiovisual equipment. VMR is also responsible for several stations and rooms within the library. During the Fall semester, VMR is open Monday - Thursday 8:30AM - 8:00PM, Friday 8:30AM - 6:00PM, and Saturday - Sunday 12:00PM - 7:30PM. Library Assistants are expected to commit to at least 10 hours a week with at least one shift during standard business hours (9:00AM - 8:00PM, Monday through Friday.) Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Checking VMR materials out to & in from patrons
  • Communicating VMR policies to patrons
  • Answering patron questions in-person and via telephone
  • Maintaining VMR collections, service stations, and rooms
  • Recommending audiovisual equipment to patrons
  • Demonstrating proper use of audiovisual equipment and service stations to patrons
  • Performing other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
  • Must be a library patron in good standing (no outstanding fines or fees, returns borrowed materials in a timely manner)
  • Previous customer service experience preferred
  • Friendly, approachable, service-oriented attitude
  • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
  • Ability to perform detail-oriented work
  • Ability to lift at least 30lbs (13.6kg)
  • Prior knowledge of audiovisual equipment preferred
  • Thursday and weekend availability required
NACE Career Readiness Competencies
Available Openings 10
Hours 10.0 to 35.0 hours per week
Hourly Rate $17.00/hour
Funding Source(s) On Campus Student Employment, On Campus Work Study
Time Frame Academic Year 2026-2027
Contact Name Brian Dunbar
Contact Email equipment.library@pratt.edu
Work Location Brooklyn Library Lower Level
Phone 7183994223
Fax N/A
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