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Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community. This position is available only to enrolled American University students. Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid. Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into your employee Workday account and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process. Department: Music Library Time Type: Part time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Description: Summary: The   Music Library Student Assistant   supports the operations of the   Music Library   at the   b orrowing   desk . The student assistant   organizes the   Music   L ibrary’s collections , answers phone   and chat inquiries , and pr ovides preliminary reference   assistance   to patrons at the borrowing desk. The incumbent   will   also   assist   with special projects   designed to improve awareness of and access to the   L ibrary’s   collections . Essential Functions: • Checking   library materials   in and   out   and shelving them appropriately. • Assisting   patrons in the use of resources such as   searching the   Library’s   catalog   and music-specific databases. • Troubleshooting computers, audio equipment,   copier,   and other AV equipment. • Providing patrons with the status of materials requested. • Complete other duties at the discretion of management. • Curating social media profiles. • Inventory. • Event production   assistance. • Archival work. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: • Part-time. • 10 hours per week. Salary Range: • $18.40 per hour. Required Education and Experience: • High s chool diploma or its equivalent. • Enrolled American University student in   Fall   2026. • Excellent customer service, organization, communication, and   problem-solving   skills . • Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently   under minimal supervision. • Strong attention to detail   and the ability to   prioritize and multi-task   in a fast-paced environment . • Some knowledge   of   various genres of   music ,   experience with so cial   media   and   good work   ethic . Preferred Education and Experience: • Familiarity with the Library of Congress call number system, and some experience   troubleshooting Mac and PC   computer s . • Students in the Department of Performing Arts   or with   the ability to read music   are desirable. • Availability on Mondays and/or Thursdays between   1-5:30   PM is preferred. Additional Eligibility Qualifications: • It is highly recommended that a cover letter and resume be   submitted   as attachments to the online application. Other Details • This position is available only to enrolled American University students. • Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. • American University is an E-Verify employer. • Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits. Current American University Employees American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Contact Us For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email  [email protected] . American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.