Library Media Assistant #5 Wilson School (3.5 hours)

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

• 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.
• Maintain 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.

Knowledge and Abilities

• 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

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: Proof of high school graduation or GED; 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

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