Job Description

The Sacramento Public Library is the fourth largest library system in California, serving more than 1.4 million residents in the City and County of Sacramento, including the incorporated cities of Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Isleton, and Rancho Cordova. The system is a Joint Powers Authority, governed by a 15 member board comprised of elected officials from each of the member jurisdictions, with representation based on each jurisdiction's population. The Authority operates 28 libraries, including the Central Library in downtown Sacramento and has over 300 staff members, contains a collection of 1.5 million volumes and has an annual budget of $50 million. More than 700 thousand residents have library cards and 8 million items are circulated annually. The Library welcomes more than 4 million visitors annually.

To learn more about all of the great things the library has to offer visit:

Learn more about the library's Makerspaces here:

The Sacramento Public Library is seeking to hire two or more student assistants. The students need to be comfortable with assisting the public with creative technology to join our makerspaces. Candidates do not have to be an expert in creative technology, but curiosity to explore new technology, the commitment to offer excellent customer service, and the ability to work on Saturdays are a must. These positions will start in May 2026.

Conditions of

Employment

This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.

Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.

UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI Student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week’s notice.

UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment.

Prerequisites

Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (Fall, Spring and Winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list.

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Students must be enrolled in at least: six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.


Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting.

Majors/Fields of Study

Humanities and Computer Science

Work Schedule

Flexible workdays and work hours, Tuesday - Saturday, 9:30 am - 6 pm. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.

Additional Work Schedule

Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday – Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).

Compensation

$18.00 - $20.50 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

• Availability to work Saturdays.
• Excellent customer service.
• Comfort with creative technology.
• Strong ability to provide concise, clear, and accurate verbal and written communication to a diverse public and staff.
• Strong ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through.
• Demonstrated ability to use safe practices when working with creative technology.
Experience giving instructions to others on how to use technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledgeable about all creative technology offered in the library Makerspace.
• Knowledgeable about required safety when using creative technology.
• Experience using 3-D printers or Audio recording equipment.
• Experience with analog audiovisual media playback and digitizing equipment.
Some experience using generative AI tools.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Guide the public in the safe use of the creative technology provided.

• Regularly assess the Makerspace equipment for needs and updates.
• Identify issues relating to the equipment.
• Maintain Makerspace statistics.
• Assist with providing technology-related programs to the public of all ages.
Engage with members of the public and staff to increase their knowledge of creative technology.

Physical Requirements

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment.

Application Instructions

Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the “Educational Experience” section and any employment history in the “Employment Experience” section of our application.

Apply by: April 22, 2026

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