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. Curious about our excellent benefits package? We have developed a calculator that show you the value of our core benefits. Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Staff (Exempt) and download our calculator spreadsheet. Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action. Our main priority: uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly. There are about 3,000 full-time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more. Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state-of-the-art facilities and one-of-a-kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene. What could be better? You here - for starters. Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance. People and Culture Services Administration Building (AD), Room G008 2000 University Avenue Muncie, IN 47306 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday Phone: 765-285-1834 Fax: 765-285-8663

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