FWS Spring 2026, Young Library Student Assistant at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleFWS Spring 2026, Young Library Student AssistantRequisition NumberDU14269Department Name1B531:Federal Work StudyWork Location401 Hilltop Avenue Lexington, KY 40506Salary Range$13.00Type of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationMust be currently enrolled student at UK. Required Related ExperienceN/ARequired License/Registration/CertificationN/APhysical RequirementsBe able to physically push heavy book carts, shelve materials on lowest and highest shelves (using step stool) and occasionally work in dusty environment. ShiftMust be available to work Thursdays 6pm – 9pm, Fridays 3pm – 8pm, and Saturdays 3pm – 8pm. Additional hours are available. Job SummaryResponsibilities include working at the Circulation Desk (checking out books, answering questions, and other patron assistance), Stacks Maintenance (sorting, shelving, shelf reading books) and other tasks as assigned.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesOrganizational skills, attention to detail.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceCustomer service.Deadline to Apply01/19/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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1. * Have you been awarded Federal Work Study?(If you are unsure, or you have not yet been awarded Federal Work Study, please contact the Student Financial Aid office at (859) 257-3172 and ask to speak with your counselor.)
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please state your current 8-digit UKID number and LinkBlue ID

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Kentucky state law requires anyone who works after 10:30 p.m. on school nights (Sunday - Thursday), and after 1:00 a.m. on non-school nights (Friday - Sunday), to be 18+ years of age. Are you over the age of 18 or will you be 18 before August 1st of the fall semester or January 1st for the spring term (or before employment)?
   • Yes
   • No

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