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As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for law library assistant in Modesto, CA is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.96 and $22.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a law library assistant?

Law Library Assistants are support staff who work in law libraries, helping patrons locate legal resources, maintaining library collections, and assisting with administrative tasks. They may help students, lawyers, and the public find case law, statutes, and legal journals. Their duties often include shelving books, cataloging materials, processing interlibrary loans, and managing circulation. Law Library Assistants play a critical role in ensuring that information is accessible and organized for efficient legal research.

What are some common challenges faced by law library assistants, and how can they be addressed?

Law Library Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing multiple research requests from students and legal professionals, maintaining up-to-date catalog records, and assisting patrons with complex legal databases. Balancing routine administrative duties with the need to provide in-depth research support requires strong organizational and time-management skills. Developing familiarity with legal reference materials and staying current with library technology can help assistants efficiently handle these challenges while providing excellent service to library users.

What is the difference between Law Library Assistant vs Paralegal?

AspectLaw Library AssistantParalegal
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may prefer library science courseworkAssociate's degree or paralegal certificate
Work EnvironmentLaw libraries, legal offices, courtsLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies
Job FocusManaging library resources, assisting users, cataloging legal materialsLegal research, document preparation, case management

While both roles support legal professionals, Law Library Assistants primarily manage legal resources and assist library users, whereas Paralegals perform legal research and prepare documents. The roles differ in credentials and daily tasks but share a common environment within the legal industry.

Are law library assistants in demand?

Law library assistants are in steady demand due to ongoing needs for legal research support in law firms, courts, and legal departments. Employment opportunities often require familiarity with legal research tools and library management skills, and positions may be influenced by budget and institutional needs.

What qualifications do you need for a law library assistant?

A law library assistant typically needs a high school diploma or equivalent, with some positions preferring postsecondary education or coursework in library science or legal studies. Strong organizational skills, familiarity with legal terminology, and experience with library management software are also beneficial qualifications.

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Library Outreach Student Assistant (FWS)

Turlock, CA • On-site

California State University
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$16.90/hr

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Posted 7 days ago

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    • Position Summary
    • Temporary hourly-intermittent student assistant position available in the University Library.
    • Start Date
    • Position available on or after September 1, 2026 and ending on or before May 21, 2027. Possibility of reappointment based on budget, department needs, and job performance.
    • Job Description/Duties
    • Duties include but are not limited to:
      • Assist in maintaining the Library's social media accounts
      • Schedule weekly posts on Library Instagram, TikTok and Twitter accounts.
      • Develop and contribute to marketing and outreach projects, including creating graphics, writing posts and appropriate audience engagement.
      • Design informational and event flyers for upcoming workshops and/or marketing events occurring virtually and/or onsite.
      • Run social media analytics.
      • Assist with outreach events/preparation as needed.
      • Help design library merchandise.
      • Promote library resources and services to students.
      • Perform all other duties or projects as assigned.
      • Other duties as assigned.
    • Qualifications
    • Preferred Qualifications:
      • Strong interest in marketing, outreach, graphic design, event planning, libraries, and/or communications management.
      • Highly detail-oriented and independent, able to complete a project draft independently with minimal beginning instructions.
      • Able to help design materials, programming, and events that are inclusive of the needs of all community members served by the library.
      • Prior experience using a variety of social media platforms.
      • Demonstrated experience creating and sharing promotional materials.
      • Comfortable speaking with large groups, working with graphic design and video editing platforms (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut).
      • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
      • Arts and crafts experience.
      Required Qualifications:
      • Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
      • Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.
      • Must have received and accepted Financial Aid award for the current semester/year in which you are applying.
      • Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units.
    • Salary Range
    • $16.90 per hour.
    • How to Apply
    • To be considered, qualified candidates must submit a completed Stanislaus State online employment application and resumé. Applications are accepted electronically only. Please note that failure to completely fill out each section of the online application may result in your application not receiving consideration. To apply online, please click the "Apply Now" button on this page.
    • Application Deadline
    • OPEN UNTIL FILLED
    • Background Clearance Notice
    • Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
    • Additional Information
    • Clery Act Disclosure
      Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the annual security report (ASR), is now available for viewing at https://www.csustan.edu/epc/clery-safety-reports . The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Stanislaus State for the previous three years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the office of the Clery Director located at One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382.
      Equal Employment Opportunity
      The university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
      Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (209) 667-3351. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. As a federal contractor, we are committed to attracting a diverse applicant pool. Please consider completing the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability form (your response will not be shared with the search committee) at: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/sec503/Self_ID_Forms/VoluntarySelf-ID_CC-305_ENG_JRF_QA_508c.pdf .
      CSU Stanislaus hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
      The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California.
    • The individuals who appear to be the best qualified for this position will be contacted by telephone or email for an interview.
      INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
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Advertised: Aug 19 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

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