Pacific College of Health and Science is hiring for the Federal Work Study (FWS) position of Library Assistant at our Chicago campus.
General Job Summary:
Library Assistant staff the circulation desk and have tasks throughout the library. They are responsible for ensuring the seamless transaction of library materials and helping patrons use library resources.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Helps patrons manage check-out, renew, return, and hold materials.
- Re-shelves materials are in their proper place.
- Organizes and maintains the library’s collection.
- Assists patrons in identifying and locating materials in the collection. This may involve instructing patrons on how to use our online catalog.
- Assists patrons with computers, printers, copiers and other library
- Enforces library
- Assists the librarian as needed.
Minimum/Required Qualifications:
- Must be able to learn how to arrange, find, and shelve library items using the Library of Congress classification system.
- Must have the computer skills needed to use library computer systems and databases.
- Maintain SAP and enrollment requirements.
- Maintain good behavioral standards and code of conduct
- Report to work as scheduled, accurately record hours worked, and submit timesheets by established deadlines.
- Follow institutional policies and procedures.
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
- Notify supervisors of schedule changes.
- Prioritize academic responsibilities.
- Maintain records confidentiality
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of the job in a typical office/workstation situation. Able to work sitting or standing at desk and operate a computer using keyboard and reading information on a monitor.
Rate of Pay: $17.05 per hour
Application Deadline/Procedures: To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Janet Harper at [email protected]. The application deadline is September 11, 2026.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We offer the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of holistic, caring professionals. We are committed to creating a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students. Pacific College of Health and Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants are considered based on their qualifications for the position.
Pacific College of Health and Science is one of the oldest and largest accredited institutions training professionals in integrative and traditional Chinese medicine to include acupuncture, holistic nursing, massage therapy, and herbal medicine. Founded in 1986, Pacific College is home to beautiful campuses and busy clinics in New York, San Diego, and Chicago and a rapidly growing online division. Pacific College features an esteemed faculty with over 200 faculty members from around the globe, many of whom conduct ongoing research and educate approximately 1,700 students every year.