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Driven. Engaging. Innovative. Do these words motivate you? If so, then we want to talk with you. Academy of Art University offers a rewarding employment experience for those who excel in a dynamic environment and who can consistently deliver high-caliber customer service. We thrive on ingenuity and pursue ideas every day that lead to extraordinary opportunities for tomorrow.  Apply here for your next career! Driven. Engaging. Innovative. Do these words motivate you? If so, then we want to talk with you. Academy of Art University offers a rewarding employment experience for those who excel in a dynamic environment and who can consistently deliver high-caliber customer service. We thrive on ingenuity and pursue ideas every day that lead to extraordinary opportunities for tomorrow.  Apply here for your next career! The Federal Work Study Library Aide will support the general daily operations, provide public service to students, faculty and staff that utilize library resources for personal study and professional development. Daily responsibilities require the Library Aide to provide support to patrons in-person and by phone, manage the operations of the circulation desk, address issues regarding patron's fees, coding materials, establishing and updating patron's records and checking materials in and out. Responsibilities: • Provides public service and performs a variety of duties related to the operation at ArtU’s Architecture Collection. • Works with the integrated library system (Sierra by Innovative Interfaces, Inc.) and performs routine clerical work as assigned • Checks materials in and out • Read shelves for correct order of books; place books and other material on shelves in proper alphabetical or numerical sequence • Registers borrowers and updates borrowers’ records • Carries out and explains circulation policies and procedures to patrons • Assists patrons with access to reserve materials • Handles library opening and closing procedures • Demonstrates excellent attention to detail when working on library tasks • Troubleshoots basic problems with library equipment, including computers (Mac and PC), scanners, copiers, and printers • Assists patrons with basic computer functions and programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Preview, and Photoshop • Ad hoc projects such as shelving, inventory, and other general library duties as assigned • Cooperates in a teamwork fashion with all coworkers and provides excellent customer service to all library patrons • Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills • Assisting with the library calendar: Scheduling events, meetings, and appointments. • Creating visually appealing designs & displays: Designing flyers, posters, brochures, and other marketing materials using platforms like Canva Qualifications: Required Skills: • Basic computer skills • Learn library organization and procedures. • Communicate effectively with public and staff. • Follow oral and written directions. Preferred Skills: • Customer service • Majoring in Architecture or Landscape Architecture • Preferred Academic Year: Sophomore or above is preferred but not required Location: 180 New Montgomery Reports to: Rikki Moore, Director, Library Pay Rate: $19.61 per hour Application Deadline: August 24, 2026 Work Schedule: 1 to 2 shifts per week Monday to Thursday between 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (hours are flexible) Federal Work Study schedules can work up to 20 hours per week* • Federal Work Study work schedules may not conflict with the student's class schedule. Length of Employment:  The student’s starting term at the Academy of Art University through graduation. Academy of Art University offers part-time employees paid sick leave. Academy of Art University is an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered regardless of age, Aids or HIV positive status, marital status, domestic partnership, medical condition or genetic characteristics, race or national origin, pregnancy, religion, sex, gender identity, gender or sexual orientation, name change, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other status protected by federal, state, local or other law. Academy of Art University will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Equal access to the hiring process, services, and employment is available to all persons. Applicants requiring accommodations to the application and/or interview process should contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected] .