Media Clerk - Elementary
About the role
The Media Clerk supervises the media center under the direction of the district media specialist. Essential functions include managing patron records, processing library materials, checking in and out materials, inspecting returned materials, sorting items, issuing overdue notices, computing fines, tracking overdue materials, helping patrons locate materials, assisting the library committee in material acquisitions, maintaining an organized media center, attending training meetings, and compiling lists of overdue books.
Responsibilities
- Manage patron records and information on computer and issue patron identification cards according to established procedures.
- Catalog and process library materials such as books, DVDs, CD-ROMs, pictures, kits, etc.
- Check in and out all materials to students and teachers.
- Inspect returned library materials for damage and repair if possible.
- Sort books, publications, and other items according to classification code and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
- Sort for damage. Repair if possible.
- Compile lists of overdue books, etc. and issue overdue notices to borrowers.
- Compute and receive fines as per school policy.
- Track overdue library materials and issue overdue notices to borrowers.
- Determine fines according to school policy.
- Help patrons locate books, publications, Internet sites and other materials.
- Aid the library committee in the acquisition of materials that support the learning goals of the school.
- Maintain a well-organized, inviting media center with displays, bulletin boards, etc.
- Attend district training meetings.
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred. Some library experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to work well with students and teachers. Self-motivated and able to take directions from supervisors. Ability to learn new skills and functions. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to lift and/or move to 50 lbs.
Qualifications
None specified.
Skills
Not specified.
Benefits
Not specified.
Pay
Hourly (72) ESP Lane Placement ggContract Length HourlyFLSA Classification Non-exempt
Schedule
29 hours per week