About the role
Position Summary
Provide support and perform duties related to library services for the University community in Mendel Gottesman Library on the Wilf Campus on a part-time basis (up to 19 hours per week), including: Thursdays (2 pm- 6 pm), Fridays (9 am-12:30 pm), Saturday nights (8 pm- 1 am during the academic semester), and Sundays (11 am- 6 pm). Hours may occasionally shift between semesters. Thursday hours are negotiable; candidates with a scheduling conflict are still encouraged to apply.
Position Responsibilities
- Follow predetermined procedures and policies in the library and use library resources that are simple or of limited complexity.
- Check out and check in library materials; register students and other users of the library.
- Perform other circulation-related activities using the integrated library system (ILS).
- Shelve books and periodicals.
- Answer telephones and take accurate messages.
- Assist patrons with use of photocopiers, printers, and scanners.
- Communicate predetermined library policies and procedures to library users.
- Assist patrons with directional questions and respond to simple questions regarding the use of Library resources, such as locating items in the online public access catalog (OPAC) and using the Library website to locate information about resources and services.
- Interact with students, faculty, staff, and visitors; interact with other Library staff members.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Experience & Educational Background
- High School Diploma required.
- 2+ years of related experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Hebrew desirable.
Skills & Competencies
- Highly responsible regarding time and attendance.
- Very strong communication skills and ability to project a positive attitude about the Library and the University when interacting with Library patrons.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.
- Good reading, data entry, and word processing skills; accuracy and attention to detail.
- Customer service demeanor, good listening skills, and demonstrated patience when dealing with patrons.
- Sound judgment about when to respond and when to refer patrons and/or questions to a professional librarian or supervisor.
- Self-discipline and judgment are essential as work will almost always be performed in the absence of a supervisor.
Salary Range
$24.00 - $24.00 per hour
About Us
Occupying four newly renovated levels in the Mendel Gottesman Library Building (levels 2 through 3A), the Pollack Library offers a wide range of collections and services in support of University academic programs, both undergraduate and graduate. With its collection of over 500,000 physical volumes and access to more than 50,000 electronic journals, several hundred databases, and 428,000 electronic book titles shared with other libraries at the Wilf and Beren Campuses, the Pollack Library provides students and faculty members with a vast array of information sources. Computing, wireless access, scanning, copying, and printing services, along with software tools such as electronic reserves and citation programs, support research and learning activities.
Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.
As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education, research, and societal impact, ensuring that all members of our community—students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends—are inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.