Clemons Library at the University of Virginia is seeking student Circulation Assistants for the 2026-27 school year. The Library Circulation Assistant will provide customer service at the Clemons 4th floor main desk. The position duties include, but are not limited to, checking out books, videos, and equipment items to patrons, answering general informational questions; checking in returned materials and getting them organized and re-shelved; providing basic IT support for printers and desktop computers. The Clemons Library main desk is staffed with student assistants from 8am to 2am, and all days of the week. Weekly work schedules are built around student class schedules and availability. Extra consideration will be given to students who are willing and able to commit to early morning shifts, late night shifts, and/or weekend shifts. Little experience or previous training required. Perform routine, clerical office support duties such as filing, running errands, photocopying, shelving books, handling and distributing mail and other written materials. Ability to operate basic office machinery, answering telephone calls or emails, making appointments. Must follow oral and written instructions and can work effectively with others. On-site training and supervision are continuously provided. Undergraduate or graduate students with work-study are strongly preferred, but it is not an absolute requirement. For a student hired as work-study, the position start date is 8/25/26, and the end date is 5/14/27. Attach a Cover letter and CV/Resume. In addition to applying online, you are welcome to contact the Clemons manager, Jeremy Wilk (jw6t@virginia.edu), to express your interest, your work-study award status, and your work availability for Fall semester. Compensation: $14.53 Hourly MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Current UVA student Experience: None Licensure: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. Some easy lifting of books, and pushing of book carts, is required. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVAs commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment. Two centuries later, Jeffersons vision thrives. Across Grounds - and throughout the world - UVA students, faculty, staff and alumni challenge convention, break barriers and pursue the greater good. The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia Health System is a renowned academic medical center committed to providing outstanding patient care, educating tomorrow's health care leaders and discovering new and better ways to treat diseases. The University's Medical Center, School of Medicine and Physicians Group are recognized for their excellence in patient care, education and research. At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs.
