I. Title Library/Media Assistant

 

II. Definition

 

Under the direction of certificated personnel, will be responsible for providing support services to the students and staff of the school, including preparation and circulation of media materials and a wide variety of general Library/Media Center duties; and to do related work consistent with the job description.

 

III. Examples of Duties

 

Maintains and enters data through the use of computer terminals; processes library books and circulates media materials; maintains card catalog and shelf lists; maintains and orders library books, equipment and supplies; keeps necessary records; performs simple repairs on media materials and equipment; takes inventories; files correspondence; maintains an attractive environment; assists staff and students in locating curriculum materials; answers routine questions concerning Library/Media Center facilities; operates and instructs in the use of A-V equipment commonly found in school Library/Media Centers; maintains an attractive environment; works with children in the absence of the resource teacher and assists with the supervision of student library aides.

IV. Distinguishing Characteristics

V. Employment Standards

A. Knowledge of:

• Simple clerical procedures for receipt, storage and circulation of a variety of instructional materials;
• Learn production and simple graphic techniques;
• Basic library terminology and standard library practices;
• Basic computer terminal skills and use of a variety of software.

B. Ability to:

 

• Work on own initiative without close supervision;
• Relate to students in a warm and caring manner;
• Learn to catalog and process media materials using standard Library procedures;
• Operate A-V equipment commonly used in school Library/Media Centers;
• Meet the public tactfully and courteously and to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Type at a speed of 35 WPM from a clear copy;
• Do a variety of moderately difficult clerical work in the receipt, processing and circulation of library and audio-visual materials and equipment.

C. Education/Training/Experience:

Completion of 12th grade or equivalent, or any combination of education, experience and training which meets or exceeds the standards of knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

D. Licenses/Certificates:

VI. Specific Qualifications

Must pass District clerical test.

Bilingual skills may be required

Date May 14, 1985
Range 20
Position Code LMA
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