The Wayne State University Library System and the School of Library and Information Science are happy to announce the availability of one WSU Library Graduate Student Assistantship starting in Winter 2014. The GSA positions have been redesigned to provide a wide overview of academic library operations, with a focus on developmental skills in operational areas increasing in responsibility and independence over a two year period. Each assistantship provides a full tuition scholarship (up to 36 credits) for a master's degree in library and information science (MLIS), an annual $16,500 stipend, health insurance and representation by the GEOC (Graduate Employees Organization Committee). The GSA position is open to both new and current students.

First year GSAs will provide direct user assistance at information/reference desks by answering in-person and phone queries; assist patrons with the libraries online catalog, internet, and electronic databases; assist with the development of library guides, bibliographies; provide bibliographic instruction and complete special projects as assigned.

Second year GSAs will provide five hours of reference service, with the remaining fifteen hours working in library operations teams on special projects. Team assignment is based on interest, and can include work with instruction, discovery services, material processing, eResources, acquisitions, and digital publishing.

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate student in The School of Library and Information Science (SLIS), maintain a 3.0 grade point average, good standing.
• Candidates should have an understanding of general reference service and exceptional customer service skills.
• Previous library experience with public services and reference is desired.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and a committed interest in libraries.
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of electronic databases.
• Dependability, punctuality, with good organizational, writing and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated individual with ability to work independently.

Submit resume and cover letter by email to Joanne Miyamoto, ad6020@wayne.edu
Cover letter should include a summary of SLIS courses completed and anticipated graduation date.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: November 1, 2013 by 5:00 PM.