Library Night Assistant

Position Title:

Library Night Assistant

Salary Grade:

Staff 8

Compensation:

$13.80 - 14.95

Department:

University Libraries_J

Start Date:

12/21/2026

About this opportunity:

Ball State University Libraries is seeking two enthusiastic and collaborative team members to join our dedicated Access Services unit as Library Night Assistants. This position assists Ball State students, faculty, and staff, and community library users. The Library Night Assistant answers research-related questions, checks out materials, and is responsible for assisting in the closing of Bracken Library from Sunday through Thursday. Successful candidates will have customer service experience and enjoy contributing to student academic success. The Library Night Assistant will work independently and collaboratively with colleagues to provide excellent customer service and to promote the services and collections of the University Libraries. If you enjoy working with people, providing assistance to diverse communities of learners, and identifying solutions to complex problems, we invite you to apply today!

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the United States without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Function:

 

Assist library users at Library Information Desk; assist in unit activities and maintenance; perform clerical tasks and execute area closing duties; monitor building security and secure the Bracken Library facility for evening closing; support a collaborative work environment and service culture in order to advance the strategic direction of the University Libraries.

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

 

• Provide service to users in the evenings and on Sundays; check out and accept returned materials; provide assistance in the use of print and electronic resources; provide library and/or university related information and interpret library policies and procedures, including the fine and cost policy.
• Train and monitor student assistants in the performance of area work assignments and job duties.
• Supervise the closing procedures each night to ensure building is empty and secure before leaving; ensure special areas are locked/unlocked and shut down photocopiers and computer stations in public areas as needed.
• Monitor security conditions of Bracken Library; monitor building alarms and handle problems/emergencies when they arise.
• Assist with retrieving, photocopying, and scanning materials for Interlibrary Loan and processing document delivery and hold requests.
• Assist with maintaining collections accessibility: shelving and shifting library materials (approximately 3 inches from floor to 7 feet using a stepstool), collections inventory, shelf reading, moving shelving, and dusting collections and shelving.
• Assist users with area instructional equipment and circulating digital equipment; help maintain public computers and printers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• All of the above essential functions require varying degrees of independence, judgment, and discretion. Requires the ability to efficiently operate a computer keyboard and programs.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Up to eighteen months of education beyond high school or equivalent.
• Over three months through one year of related experience
• Working knowledge of basic Microsoft Office applications
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Physical ability to lift collection and shelving materials up to 25 pounds, lift up to 10 pounds repeatedly, push a book cart up to 150 pounds, walk for 1 hour or more to perform walk-throughs/security checks of the entire building

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional computer skills

 

How to apply:

For inquiries, please contact: University Libraries, Dean's Office at 765-285-5277

Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below: NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Undergraduate Transcripts (optional)

Applications must be received by December 6, 2026, at 12:01 AM.

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer paid 10 to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the same for you.  In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition.  This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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