Redlands Unified School District LIBRARY PARAPROFESSIONAL I DEFINITION Under supervision, perform clerical functions related to the acquisition, processing, cataloging, storage, circulation and recovery of library and reference books, and a variety of other instructional materials and media; and do other related work as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Receive and process, for the library, books, periodicals, computer software, instructional materials and media; maintain circulation and distribution records for students and teachers; prepare and maintain a variety of file and record systems, including shelf and storage lists and records, catalog cards or computer database records, and other files and records; develop and maintain a schedule for library use; collect and circulate library books, periodicals and instructional media; assist in locating materials for classroom use; may assist students in locating materials pertaining to specific subject matter areas; may work with and read library books to students; assist in monitoring student behavior; lift, transport, arrange, and shelve library books and instructional materials; provide direction and assistance to library assistants and volunteers; maintain appropriate interest center displays; perform minor housekeeping functions in maintaining a neat and orderly library/media center environment; prepare requisitions and orders for selected books, computer software, and instructional materials; repair damaged books and other instructional material; prepare book cards, book lists, bibliographies, memoranda and other similar material; prepare and forward overdue notices; collect replacement costs for lost library materials and reconcile funds for District deposit; perform the library inventory process. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Library methods, terminologies, and procedures; Dewey Decimal and Library media center classification systems and basic library reference materials; Use of internet and Athena library software; Standard office practices, procedures, techniques, and equipment, including basic computer competency; Correct English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling. Ability to: Perform or learn to perform technical library/media center work; Maintain a variety of complex records involving the issue and receipt of library books and other instructional materials; Use cataloging and reference guides; Assist students, teachers, and volunteers in the use of the library/media center; Maintain order among students using the library/media center; Understand and follow oral and written directions; Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work; Relate effectively with racially and ethnically diverse staff, students and community. Skills: Type at a rate of 40 words per minute from clear, legible copy. (In some positions where typing is less than 25% of the job function, the typing requirement may be waived at the discretion of the District administration.) Ability to operate data processing equipment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by course work or training in library clerical, or general clerical areas. Experience: One year of clerical experience, preferably including some experience in a library or instructional materials center. Desirable: Basic computer competency; ability to operate appropriate computer programs. REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES If driving a District vehicle is required, operator must possess a valid and appropriate California driver's license; have an acceptable driving record; qualify for insurability by the District's insurance carrier. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Strength: Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Pre-Placement Physical: Class I