Library Media Assistant #59 Harriosn School (3.5 hours)

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.

Responsibilities

• 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; 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 workplace.

Requirements

• 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 the 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.

Qualifications

Any combination of education, training, and/or experience equivalent to: graduation from high school and one (1) year of general clerical or library experience.

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.

Environment

Indoor work environment.

Physical Demands

• 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, climbing ladders.