Library Media Assistant #59 Harriosn School (3.5 hours)

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