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Job Description and Position Requirements

Penn State New Kensington is seeking New Kensington student workers to staff the library information desk. Duties include assisting library patrons with checking out and returning library materials, checking out course reserves and media equipment, answering the phone, helping troubleshoot technology problems, shelving books and other materials, and other duties as assigned. Provide basic research assistance to library patrons by helping them search the library's online catalog. Refer any advanced research and citation questions to librarians. Candidates must possess excellent customer service and strong communication skills, high levels of reliability and flexibility, and be self-motivated. This position is on a semester basis.

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit an online application, including cover letter and resume.

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The Penn State University is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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

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