Part-Time Library Support Staff, Penn State Brandywine

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Brandywine Library is seeking a dependable, positive, and productive individual to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in doing things well, enjoys staying busy throughout the day, and wants to become a valued member of a supportive workplace for the long term.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, honest , and willing to pitch in wherever needed. If you ar e the type of person who shows up on time, follows through on commitments, enjoys helping others, and like s to stay busy, we woul d love to hear from you.

Why You Wi ll Enjoy This Position

Consistent, year-round part-time schedule ( 20 hours per week)

Supportive team that values reliability and collaboration

Positive campus environment focused on learning and service

Variety of responsibilities that keep the day moving

Opportunities to contribute ideas and take ownership of projects

Meaningful work that supports students, faculty, and the community

What You Wi ll Do

Every day brings a mix of responsibilities that help the library run smoothly. You will:

Assist library visitors and provide friendly, professional customer service

Keep books, materials, and library spaces organized and well maintained

Support programs, displays, events, and outreach activities

Help create signage, promotional materials, and other library communications

Complete administrative and inventory tasks accurately and on time

Contribute to special projects and improvements throughout the library

Work closely with library staff to ensure a welcoming, efficient environment

This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys staying engaged , takes initiative, and finds satisfaction in getting things done.

The successful candidate will be:

Friendly, positive, and professional

Honest, trustworthy, and accountable

Consistently reliable and punctual

An excellent communicator with strong verbal and interpersonal skills

Productive and self-motivated

Organized, detail-oriented, and thorough

Comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities and priorities

Willing to help wherever needed

A strong team player who contributes to a positive workplace culture

Interested in building a long-term working relationship with our library

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of customer service or related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred, But Not Required

Experience in a library, school or office

Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Canva, PowerPoint, or social media tools

Schedule

20 hours per week

Must be available to regularly support afternoon and evening library operations through closing time four days a week (Monday through Thursday, 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM during school year)

Shift times and weekly hours may be adjusted during academic breaks or other times when the library operates on a modified schedule.

Occasional weekend event coverage , typically only a few times per year .

Candidates who can provide occasional schedule flexibility to assist with coverage during staff absences are preferred.

Fully on-site at Penn State Brandywine in Media, PA

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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