LIBRARY/MEDIA ASSISTANT II THE POSITION Under the general supervision of the Library/Media Teacher, serves as a support to library services in general; expected to perform library/media related duties as needed. RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this class receive direct assignment, supervision and training from certificated personnel. Perform library and media functions at a high school, provide services related to the organization, distribution and storage of library and textbook materials; process and shelve library materials and textbooks; assist students and staff in the selection of library materials; train and provide work direction to student helpers and parent volunteers. The duties listed below are typical for positions in the class collectively but no one position will necessarily include all these duties. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES The duties listed are typical, but not exclusive: • Assist in the overall operation of the school library media center. • Assist Library/Media teacher in student library orientation activities. • Assist in preparing reports, bibliographies, library publications (memos, notices, etc.). • Assist students and teachers with the location of materials and guide students in the proper use of the library media center and its resources. • Assist individuals and groups of students in the use of complex reference sources in finding and selecting materials, and accessing the Internet for reference information. • Observe behavior patterns and develop appropriate techniques to reinforce acceptable behavior. • Assist in supervision of students in library and promote an environment that encourages students and teachers to use the media center and its resources. • Design and prepare appropriate library displays, decorations, and bulletin boards; maintain a clean and orderly library environment. • Perform a variety of regular clerical duties, such as filing, typing or duplicating materials. • Mend, repair and maintain damaged library materials; select, prepare and record materials to be rebound, repaired or discarded. • Access student library and textbook accounts. • Operate a computer to maintain record of overdue materials and send overdue notices to students and teachers; collect fines and payments for overdue and lost items; prepare receipts. • Operate a variety of instructional media, office machines and equipment. • Assist in daily library operations. • Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher. • Maintain records of materials and equipment as directed. • Participate in District inservice programs. • Shelve library books. • Assist in processing and circulation of textbooks and teacher resources. • Maintain textbook purchase files. Provides general support as follows: • Assist students with MLA citations. • Assist in packing, labeling, and moving boxes of books as needed for shipments. • Maintain records and assist in ordering of periodicals. • Operate the circulation desk. • Create overdue notices and keep records of all over-due books and fines. • Process books and audio-visual materials. • Repair books and periodicals. • Maintain room environment, including bulletin boards, signs and displays. • Assist Teacher Librarian and/or Library Clerk/Tech in periodic inventory of books and equipment. QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE Knowledge of: • Library organization, practices, terminology and procedures. • General concepts of child growth and development and child behavior characteristics. • Techniques used in controlling and motivating students. • Basic operation of a computer, including email, Microsoft Office, data entry and retrieval, and ability to troubleshoot common minor computer and printer problems. • Library reference materials and sources. • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. • Correct English usage, punctuation, spelling and grammar. • Routine record keeping. Ability to: • Assume responsibility for supervising students. • Learn and utilize basic methods and procedures to be followed in library and instructional settings, including the use of Library and Textbook Correlation Software. • Perform routine clerical work and basic math calculations. • Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm and receptive attitude toward children. • Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. • Maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, parents and the general public. • Maintain strict confidentiality of student information and school business. • Shelve library materials. • Assist students and staff in the selection of library materials. • Process a variety of library materials. • Use and troubleshoot, standard and computerized search systems, hardware, and software. • Exercise independent judgment. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE • Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade; some paid or volunteer clerical experience or work with children in an educational or child care setting is desirable; or any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities. • Familiarity with basic Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. • Participate in training in library operations, procedures, and assisting students in research. REQUIREMENTS • Pass the District’s adopted Proficiency Examination with a satisfactory score. • If desired, must be proficient in English and a designated second language. PERSONAL QUALITIES • Mature emotional stability, interest in and understanding of students, good health; flexibility and patience. • Understanding and sympathy with objectives of public education. • Dependable and reliable in handling tasks and information of a confidential nature. WORKING CONDITIONS: Environment: • Library environment, subject to constant interruptions and noise. • Workstation open to public. Physical Abilities: • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computer and office equipment. • Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. • Walking to various locations within the school or related space. • Kneeling and bending. • Reaching horizontally and overhead to retrieve, maintain and store supplies, files and records. • Lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds. • Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the phone. WORK YEAR: 192 Days SALARY: Range 22 Board Approved: October 7, 1985 Revised: June 23, 2010