Library Technician - Middle/High at Palm Springs Unified School District

Application Deadline

8/27/2013 3:30 PM Pacific

Date Posted
8/20/2013
Contact
Nicole Scagni
760-883-2715
Number of Openings
1

Add'l Salary Info

$13.93 per hour, with annual increases to $16.93, after five years
Length of Work Year
3 Hours, 10.25 Months
Employment Type
Part Time

Location:

Painted Hills Middle School & the establishment of an eligibility pool for future vacancies throughout the District.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to frequently lift 60-100 lbs., as well as frequent bending & reaching.

Position Number:

2-635-009

Written exam:

September 5, 2013 - Applicants are required to pass the Library Technician General Knowledge exam.

About the Employer

Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Lifelong Learning Starts Here! The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternative education programs, one independent study program, and several headstart/state preschools. In striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special education, instruction for English Learners, Career Technical Education (CTE), athletics, advanced placement, Title I, GATE, and many other services. It is our Mission that all members of Palm Springs Unified School District are united in our commitment to equity. We are committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. With a diverse team of employees, we are able to grow and learn better together. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents not only part of our culture, but our reputation and District’s achievement as well. In recruiting for our District, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. We create deep, meaningful learning opportunities, build professionalism, and engage parents and community, to ensure success for all students. All students graduate with the skills, capacities and confidence needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Palm Springs Unified School District Believes in Student Success: We foster - A growth mindset - Emotionally safe and inspiring learning environments - An every-student, every-day mentality - Highly engaging learning opportunities - Instruction that is tailored to student needs - Learning that propels students towards meeting their full potential Join our PSUSD Team!

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JOB DESCRIPTION Palm Springs Unified School District A.R. # 4232.363 LIBRARY TECHNICIAN (MIDDLE/HIGH) PURPOSE STATEMENT The Library Technician (Middle and High Schools) maintains the library collections at school sites; identifies age appropriate resources for students and teachers utilizing library resources; selects appropriate items in support of classroom instruction; and performs clerical functions related to collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, and inventory of library materials and/or textbooks. FUNCTIONS • Assists teachers, students and administrators to identify resource materials for use in classroom and/or class assignments. • Responds to inquiries of students, staff, parents (e.g. availability of books, finding appropriate reference documents, status of overdue fines, etc.). • Oversees student aides and/or volunteers. • Processes library books, periodicals, software and related media materials (e.g. logging into master files; barcoding, shelving, producing required reports, etc. ). • Maintains materials inventory (e.g. library books, library hardware/software, media equipment and related instructional materials, etc.). • Monitors student activities. • Evaluates books and/or periodicals for retention within collection (e.g. repairing damaged books, recommending retirement of books and/or periodicals). • Processes new student library cards, notices of missing, damaged, or overdue books, media and materials. • Prepares computerized and manual reports (e.g. collection statistics, scheduling reports/requests, renewal information, overdue lists, textbook orders, fines, costs, etc.). • Performs circulation activities (e.g. item check-in and check-out, prepare circulation count, lists of overdue items). • Assists other personnel, as may be required. • Performs related duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of experience and training, which would indicate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above. An example of an acceptable combination is: Graduation from High School and two years of clerical experience in a school or public library supplemented by college level courses and library procedures. SKILLS to plan, coordinate and arrange library resources and activities; assist students in the use of library resources and references; assist students in selecting appropriate books for their level of achievement; use library catalogs, computer searches, and other reference materials; maintain files and keep records manually and electronically; work with numerical and/or alphabetical filing systems; perform mathematical computations accurately to maintain records and complete reports; operate a computer and use related software. KNOWLEDGE of library methods, procedures, terminology and related technology; school library practices and techniques; library media terminology and processes; operation of library media equipment; biblographic sources; standard reference materials; catalog card preparation, formats, and filing rules; office practices and procedures; standard library library reference sources; applicable software programs. ABILITY to type at a speed of 45 words per minute; maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field; work independently with little direction and provide work direction to students; set priorities; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work as part of a team; understand and be sensitive to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of vendors, district personnel and administrators; maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance. WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 20% walking, and 60% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. Education High School diploma or equivalent. Required Testing Certificates Job-Related Proficiency Examination Valid Driver’s License and Evidence of Insurability (desired) Typing certificate providing proof of ability to type 45 WPM Continuing Education/Training Clearances None Specified Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance TB Clearance Pre-placement Physical Exam EVALUATION Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between California Teamsters Public, Professional & Medical Employees Union, Local 911 General Employees Unit and Palm Springs Unified School District. FLSA Status Bargaining Unit Salary Range BOE Approval Date Non Exempt Teams 2 21 11/27/07

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

**Applications WILL NOT be considered without the following documentation: (1) Proof of high school graduation (HS diploma, HS transcripts or GED) (2) Typing certificate providing proof of ability to type 45 WPM *Please note that college diplomas/transcripts and online typing certificates are not acceptable. Please contact Human Resources at (760) 416-6085 for assistance with this process.


      **Applications WILL NOT be considered without the following documentation: (1) Proof of high school graduation (HS diploma, HS transcripts or GED) (2) Typing certificate providing proof of ability to type 45 WPM *Please note that college diplomas/transcripts and online typing certificates are not acceptable. Please contact Human Resources at (760) 416-6085 for assistance with this process.

          Comments and Other Information

          SUMMARY: The Library Technician (Middle and High Schools) maintains the library collections at school sites; identifies age appropriate resources for students and teachers utilizing library resources; selects appropriate items in support of classroom instruction; and performs clerical functions related to collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, and inventory of library materials and/or textbooks. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school and two years of clerical experience in a school library or public library supplemented by college level courses and library procedures. **PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE TO READ THE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION** Upon offer of employment you will be required to pay for fingerprint processing and a TB clearance. Medical, Dental and Vision benefits are provided at no cost if employed at least 7 hours a day, and on a pro-rated basis from 4 to fewer than 7 hours per day. Associate membership in Teamsters Bargaining Association or payment of an equal service fee is a condition of employment. There are fifteen paid holidays per year for 12 month employees. Vacation for full-time employees is earned at the rate of 13 days per year. Less than 12-month employees, vacation is prorated to the work year. One day of sick leave is earned for each month worked, and can be accumulated indefinitely.

          Comments and Other Information


          SUMMARY: The Library Technician (Middle and High Schools) maintains the library collections at school sites; identifies age appropriate resources for students and teachers utilizing library resources; selects appropriate items in support of classroom instruction; and performs clerical functions related to collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, and inventory of library materials and/or textbooks. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school and two years of clerical experience in a school library or public library supplemented by college level courses and library procedures. **PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE TO READ THE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION** Upon offer of employment you will be required to pay for fingerprint processing and a TB clearance. Medical, Dental and Vision benefits are provided at no cost if employed at least 7 hours a day, and on a pro-rated basis from 4 to fewer than 7 hours per day. Associate membership in Teamsters Bargaining Association or payment of an equal service fee is a condition of employment. There are fifteen paid holidays per year for 12 month employees. Vacation for full-time employees is earned at the rate of 13 days per year. Less than 12-month employees, vacation is prorated to the work year. One day of sick leave is earned for each month worked, and can be accumulated indefinitely.