Job Description
LIBRARY MEDIA ASSISTANT
Basic Function Under the direction of an assigned administrator, perform a variety of clerical library duties involved in the acquisition, circulation, maintenance and distribution of library books and instructional materials at an assigned school site; assist students and teachers in the selection, location and use of library materials and equipment.
Representative Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Assist students and teachers in the selection, location and use of library materials and equipment; respond to inquiries and provide information to students and teachers; assist students in researching instructional materials for classroom use.
Circulate library materials; check library materials in and out to students and staff using an assigned computerized system and bar codes; shelve returned books and materials; collect student late fees and prepare related correspondence.
Instruct students in proper methods of utilizing library and reference materials; assist students with utilizing computers for research projects; monitor and maintain acceptable student behavior in the library.
Monitor inventory levels of textbooks, instructional materials and other library supplies; assist in ordering materials and supplies as directed; maintain and perform minor repairs on books and equipment as needed.
Input, process and receive library material and textbook orders; prepare materials for introduction into the library materials collection; prepare labels; affix identification and bar-code labels to materials; input related information into assigned computer system.
Perform a variety of clerical library duties involved in the acquisition, circulation, maintenance and distribution of library books and instructional materials at an assigned school site; process new books and instructional materials; oversee the cataloging of books and instructional materials.
Operate a variety of office and library equipment including a calculator, copier, fax machine, computer and assigned software.
Maintain a variety of records related to library books, instructional materials, student information, inventory, purchase orders and assigned activities; establish and maintain filing systems.
Communicate with District personnel and outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns.
Organize and prepare library displays, decorations and bulletin boards; maintain a clean and orderly library environment.
Maintain regular and prompt attendance in the work place.
Knowledge And Abilities KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Modern office practices, procedures and equipment
- Basic library methods, practices and terminology
- Basic reference and cataloging techniques
- Basic instructional methods and techniques
- Operation of a computer and assigned software
- Record keeping techniques
- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
- Oral and written communication skills
- Basic research methods
Ability To - Assist students and teachers in the selection, location and use of library materials and equipment
- Check books and materials in and out of the library
- Maintain library in a neat and orderly condition
- Process and shelve library materials
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
- Maintain records and files
- Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software
- Learn, interpret, apply and explain applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations
- Monitor and maintain acceptable student behavior in the library
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Complete work with many interruptions
- Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
- Carry out oral and written directions; write and speak at a level sufficient to fulfill the duties to be performed for the position described
Education And Experience Any combination of education, training, and/or experience equivalent to: graduation from high school and one (1) year of general clerical or library experience.
NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS: (Turn in with your application).
1st requirement: proof of high school graduation or GED;
2nd requirement: unofficial transcripts showing completion of at least 48 units or copy of degree from accredited college/university
Or** copy of results of District Assessment Test
- NOTE: The SUSD Proficiency Test taken before July 1, 2004, does not meet this requirement.
Environment WORKING CONDITIONS:
Indoor work environment.
Physical Demands Employee in this position must have/be able to:
- Enter data into a computer terminal and operate standard office and/or library equipment
- Sit for extended periods of time
- See and read a computer screen and printed matter with or without vision aids
- Hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone, with or without hearing aids
- Stand, walk and bend over
- Frequently grasp up to 5 lbs
- Push/pull up to 75 lbs for short distances
- Lift and/or carry up to 40 lbs at waist height for 5-10 feet
- Reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally
- Climb ladders and work at heights of 25 feet
Hazards - Repetitive hand motions
- Climb ladders
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