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Acquisitions Assistant

University of Utah • Salt Lake City, UT • 8h ago

Details

Open Date 01/28/2026

Requisition Number PRN16724N

Job Title UU Student - Library

Working Title Acquisitions Assistant

Career Progression Track SJ

Track Level

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? No

Standard Hours per Week 19

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Can work up to 19 hours per week, Monday-Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Split shifts allowed. This job is year-round including summer term.

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00790 - Marriott Library - Operations

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range 14.65

Close Date 03/11/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Interested in working behind the scenes of an academic library? The Acquisitions Department is seeking a student employee to assist with processing incoming print materials, with a particular focus on serials (magazines) in a quiet office environment. This position provides hands-on experience with library workflows, collections, and catalog systems while supporting essential day-to-day operations.

To ensure accurate tracking of work hours, part-time employees are generally asked to restrict their University of Utah employment to the Libraries, unless an exception is approved.

Responsibilities

Process incoming print materials, including magazines (serials), and books

Apply barcodes, security strips, and other physical processing elements to library materials

Update records in the library catalog and assist with serials maintenance

Use Excel spreadsheets to look up and track materials

Assist with weeding and withdrawing materials as needed

Maintain and update library catalog items and internal tracking lists (e.g., title lists and incoming books)

Provide backup support for department staff and assist with one-time or short-term projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a current University of Utah student

Enrolled in at least 6 undergraduate credit hours or 5 graduate credit hours during fall and spring semesters

Basic computer skills required; familiarity with Excel or spreadsheets is a plus

Preferences

Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with physical materials and data

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Willingness to learn new systems, procedures, and technologies

Good English reading comprehension and written communication skills

Dependable, organized, and able to follow established workflows

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

Visit our benefits page to see current retirement offerings: benefits.utah.edu

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for all.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

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