Library Assistant Jobs in the United States

Under direct supervision, and following policies, procedures and guidelines for a particular library site or unit, the Library Assistant I provides routine and occasionally complex library services and information in public services and/or technical services settings. Assists patrons with the use of library resources, including various technology applications, electronic resources, computers, and office equipment; triages requests for materials, information, and other services, and refers complex questions to appropriate supervisor or other staff. Works independently when scheduled for evenings/weekends, depending on library site. May be responsible for a library facility, including opening/closing tasks, and emergency or security-related situations, with supervisory input.

This position is only for medical or MD/PhD students in the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine or the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences.  Must be a current student in either of these programs to be eligible for this position.

**Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.  Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be comfortable with computers and online applications. 
Familiarity with typical office equipment such as phones, scanners, copiers, and fax. 
Knowledge of library procedures through use of a library or library-related experience.
Experience working in a health care setting.