Library/Media Assistant II, Withrow Elementary School

About the Role

The Library Media Assistant II performs responsible clerical support and library/media work related to the receipt, processing, and circulation of library books, media, periodicals, and other materials. This role provides library information, assistance, and guidance to staff and students, and coordinates media equipment use within an elementary school setting.

Responsibilities

• Handles and supervises circulation procedures, including preparation of overdue notices, previewing materials, and keeping records of equipment loans and returns.
• Assists staff in locating and preparing learning packets for student use.
• Assists students in learning library skills and conducts training sessions.
• Types letters, reports, invoices, requisitions, cards, lists, and other materials from copy, draft, and machine recordings.
• Maintains accurate files and inventories of textbooks, library books, audiovisual hardware, and software.
• Keeps circulation records and prepares reports.
• Maintains an accurate up-to-date card catalog.
• Reviews, selects, orders, and processes library materials and equipment.
• Establishes procedures and prepares work schedules for student assistants and parent volunteers.
• Performs minor repairs on library or audiovisual materials.
• Prepares displays, learning centers, and instructional packets.
• Recruits and trains volunteers.
• Assists in selecting books, materials, and equipment for purchase.
• Performs a variety of clerical and artistic work involved in the operation of a library or media center.
• Assists other personnel as needed to support their work activities.
• Participates in district in-service programs.

Requirements

• One (1) year of library or media experience in an educational setting and general clerical work.
• High School diploma or equivalent, supplemented by coursework in library, media, or curriculum.

Skills

• Typing/keyboarding accurately at 30 words per minute.
• Operating standard office equipment, including basic computer applications.
• Using English effectively in both written and verbal forms, with correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Maintaining detailed and accurate records.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment and library control systems.
• Understanding of standard and acceptable library terminology, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Significant physical abilities include reaching, handling, fingering, talking, hearing conversations, and near visual acuity/visual accommodation.
• Maintaining discipline in a library setting and working with minimal supervision.
• Maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
• Negative pre-employment drug screen test and negative TB test results.
• Successful completion of District Proficiency Test.