Media Technician

About the role

The Library Media Technician manages and supervises a high functioning library space along with all instructional materials associated with the library, including library books, student devices, teacher resources, and professional books. They provide students and staff support in locating and circulating digital and print resources, and may also be responsible for managing textbooks.

Responsibilities

• Support Library Use for Students and Staff: Operate the District library software system, circulate materials, place holds, process overdue materials, inter-library loans, communicate with students and parents, and maintain privacy and accuracy of patron records.
• Provide leadership and guidance so that all patrons learn to effectively access and navigate the District library system.
• Manage and assist students in the library space and with accessing print and digital resources, in either small groups or whole classrooms, and have knowledge of the school discipline policy.
• Research and pull library's print resources as requested. Assist with accessing print and digital materials.
• Provide programming support and/or leadership as needed for: reading aloud to students, book fairs, author visits, library-related events, engaging displays of reading materials, and training and supervision of student aides and volunteers.
• Coordinate with third party vendors as needed to ensure successful endeavors.
• Manage Instructional Materials: Maintain and care for all instructional materials to ensure they are in good condition. Copy catalog materials to the library collection. Receive and process new print materials. Weed sections of the collection and assess resource ordering needs, both print and digital, that support the curriculum and student interests.
• Create reports to reconcile lost and/or missing books. Contact parents/guardians regarding lost or overdue books.
• Operate and maintain Bookroom as requested by supervisor.
• Student Technology: Responsible for circulating student devices, updating status of devices in District library software, distributing them to students, and labeling appropriately. Provide light technical assistance such as resetting passwords, track damaged student devices for repair, and collaborate with the building tech coordinator on procedures for communication about device issues. Communicate with parents/guardians regarding student device issues and manage IT Service Desk tickets related to student devices.
• Managing the Space and Library Technology: Create a friendly, clean, welcoming learning environment in the library media center. Manage library scheduling for use of space/materials/technology. Manage library technology, resolving issues as they arise. Perform clerical duties as needed. Shelve books.
• Library Software and Digital Resources: Set up policies, school calendar and rules in the District library software. Link digital resources through the online catalog and library management software. Run common and necessary reports. Troubleshoot library management and software problems using IT support, library management software online and phone support. Stay up to date and current with best practices as shared by the District.
• Financial Management: Make thoughtful decisions about waiving or reducing student/staff fines and document decisions. Work with the Office Manager to maintain accurate records. Place, track and coordinate orders for library and curricular use. Resolve discrepancies with vendors. Create and submit financial reports with the Office Manager, as needed. Help resolve discrepancies with vendors. Manage daily sales of the Book Fair.

Requirements

Associate's degree or (2) years of college courses (48 hours or more) preferred. Minimum of (2) years of experience in a library, school, or office setting. Experience working with children required.

Qualifications

Criminal background check required for hire. Successful candidate will be required to complete a pre-hire post-offer physical examination.

Skills

Knowledge of library systems and software. Ability to manage and supervise a library space. Strong organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with digital resources and technology.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date).