"Library Assistant II"

Job Details

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

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

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.