Building OPS Access Service Assistant

The Library Assistant supports daily library operations by providing frontline patron services, maintaining an organized and welcoming environment, and assisting with collection and administrative tasks. This role plays a key part in ensuring a positive, inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning, creativity, and community engagement.

Duties:

• Maintain a safe and welcoming library environment by monitoring activity, addressing noise concerns, and verifying patron access at entry points. 
• Assist patrons at the circulation desk with checking materials in and out, managing reserve items, and loaning equipment such as laptops. 
• Keep the front desk organized and clutter-free while supporting library staff as needed.
• Contribute to collection maintenance through shelving, shelf reading, and shifting materials to ensure proper organization. 
• Perform administrative tasks, including scanning, copying, and handling incoming and outgoing mail and packages. 
• Locate and retrieve materials using call numbers while navigating the library stacks efficiently. 
• Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning, creativity, and engagement. 
• Collaborate with supervisors on projects to enhance library services and resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 
   

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Graduate

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Customer Service & Patron Assistance, Communication & Interpersonal Skills, Teamwork & Collaboration, Time Management & Reliability, & Organization & Attention to Detail

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.