Collections Student Assistant Student Assistant VI
University of Colorado Denver Auraria Library
Denver, CO Auraria Campus
Application Instructions: To apply, email 1) a copy of your Spring 2024 course schedule, 2)
resume, 3) letter of interest, and 4) work hours availability to alhrstnd@ucdenver.edu.
Overview
The Collections Student Assistant will engage in activities related to collection development and
management as well as other opportunities related to the day-to-day operations of a large
academic library. Every employee of the library is expected to treat others, and in return be
treated, with respect and dignity.
Reports To
Mariana (Mari) Prestigiacomo, Collection Development Librarian, Collection
Development and Strategies Department
Job Duties
Write content for online news items and highlights to promote collections.
Assist with the assessment of collections.
Process gift collections.
Withdraw or transfer material from collections.
May assist with any special projects for the library in general as needed.
o Example of past special projects:
Researching scholarly publications from the three associated institutions
Recommending eBooks and books in subject areas of interest
Researching discipline-specific publication themes and practices
Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled in at least one credit hour in an ALA accredited graduate program in Library
and Information Science.
Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Interest in academic librarianship, especially collection development and management.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to perform without direct supervision except for infrequent occasions involving
the most complex situations.
Work Study eligible.
Schedule: 12-15 hours per week. Hours are flexible Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Compensation: $22.00/hr.
DEI Statement
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a
diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of
inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic
minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and
equality in education and employment.
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure
environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist
Application Instructions: To apply, email 1) a copy of your Spring 2024 course schedule, 2)
resume, 3) letter of interest, and 4) work hours availability to alhrstnd@ucdenver.edu.
alhrstnd@ucdenver.edu.