Job Description
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
20260019NE
Job Title
Library Assistant II
Number of Vacancies
1
About Murray State
Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
About Murray State Benefits
Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Type of Employment
Regular Full-Time
If Part Time, Enter Hours Per Week
Work Location
Murray, KY
Employment Term
12 Months
Position Type
Staff - Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Department
Library
Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities
Follows University Libraries' policies and procedures, and develops and documents new workflows when appropriate. Applies fundamentals and values of libraries to various situation.
Handles and processes library materials in a variety of formats with accuracy.
Uses appropriate software to process materials in the library catalog and other systems.
Maintains accurate records for the library materials in the Integrated Library System and other systems as required.
Plans, make decisions, and communicates with appropriate library personnel.
Takes initiative and assists with departmental workflows and planning.
Other duties may include: Ordering library materials and maintaining accurate financial records
Creating and maintaining student employment records
Training student workers on library processes and procedures
Participation in library committees
Assistance with Interlibrary Loan Services
Providing research assistance and answering questions from library patrons.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education Requirements Two years of college
Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements Two years of general office experience including typing, bookkeeping in a university, business or government office. Additional college education and related experience may be exchanged year-for-year to meet the requirements.
Organizational skills, memory for details, alertness, and initiative. Work under stress; ability to plan and make decisions.
Keyboarding, filing, MS Office Suite programs, office procedures; bookkeeping may be required.
Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications General experience in a public, academic, or school library.
Posting Date
08/28/2025
Closing Date
09/11/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Hourly Rate/Annual Salary
$14.32 (Additional pay dependent upon qualifications)
Staff Grade
102
Work Hours Normal working hours
Occasional evening hours
Physical Demands Ability to lift up to 20 pounds. Murray State University
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Afternoon shift,