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Categories: Student Fall Term

Department: Chester Fritz Library

Public Services Assistant

  • 495101
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • Federal Work Study Student
  • Closing on: Sep 27 2024

Salary/Position Classification

  • $12.00 Hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 10-12 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability: No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students who have accepted a Federal Work Study (FWS) Financial Aid Offer are eligible to be hired into this position. Unsolicited applications to this posting will NOT be considered.

Work in a busy, customer-service centered environment where tasks are either public facing or assisting with making sure materials are available for our guests. Employees will be assigned to one of the two areas, notified when the job is offered. If you do not have the qualifications, but are willing to learn, we are thrilled to teach you!

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Shelving materials (movement and lifting) 
  • Stack maintenance (observing details at close range) 
  • Deliveries to other areas on campus (movement) 
  • Answer wayfinding questions and assist in basic reference support (communication) 
  • Computer/ technology support (problem-solving) 
  • Answering phones (communication) 
  • Attend mandatory meetings as scheduled (rare) 
  • Other projects as assigned - (Essential)

Learning Outcomes

As a result of working in this position, the staff member will gain the following skills:
• Professionalism
• Learning & Application
• Communication



Minimum Requirements

  • Applicants must be current UND students (any discipline) and enrolled at UND for the fall 2024 semester.
  • Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits during the fall semester.
  • Must have an accepted Federal Work Study award
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
• Resume
• Cover Letter with Class Schedule included

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

The Chester Fritz Library strives to create an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes, as well as to perform essential job functions.

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:55PM CST on the closing date. Student job openings are posted for a minimum of 3 business days.

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Need help?

Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit. 

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability. 

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.