Library Associate - (6 hours per day/4 days per week) Job at Buckeye Union Schoo

Job Summary

The Library Associate is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the school Library Media Center.

This position works at both our William Brooks Elementary School and Blue Oak Elementary School and is 4 days per week / 6 hours per day. The schedule for William Brooks Elementary School is - Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 : 45 a.m. - 3 : 15 p.m. The schedule for Blue Oak Elementary School is Wednesday's from 7 : 45 a.m. to 2 : 15 p.m. The work year is August to June (216 paid days per school year)

Job Description / Essential Elements :

BUCKEYE UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position (Job) Description

TITLE : Library Associate REPORTS TO : Site Administrator

DIVISION : Curriculum & Instruction CLASSIFICATION : Classified

DEPT : Site-based WORK YEAR : 11 Months

BOARD APPROVAL : 7 / 19 / 07 SALARY SCHEDULE : Classified - Range 12

BASIC FUNCTION :

The Library Associate works independently and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the school Library Media Center. S / he performs a variety of specialized technical and clerical tasks relative to maintaining a well organized and functional library media center and facilitating access and use of resources by students and staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned) :

• Receives, inventories and distributes all library books, textbooks, periodicals, magazines, audio-visual materials and equipment.

a. Provides for daily material circulation using computerized library software; shelves all library books, periodicals, and other materials.

b. Process and issues textbooks, to teachers, or to individual students; maintains textbook inventory in computer catalog database.

c. Collects payments for lost / damaged materials.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of :

The Dewey Decimal System, library terminology, and standard library practices and procedures

General office methods and procedures

Proper English grammar and spelling

Computer systems and library software

Record-keeping techniques

Ability to :

Manage and maintain a library collection, make independent decisions and work with minimal supervision

Maintain current and accurate records and usage statistics

Communicate verbally and in writing to students, staff members and community members

Relate positively and cooperatively with students, staff members and community members

Maintain confidentiality of student-related information

Understand and carry out oral and written instructions

Maintain files and records

Assist teachers and students with projects and use of library

Maintain discipline and order among students using the library

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Abilities : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally sit, walk or stand. The employee will occasionally reach forward or above the head, bend and twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person. Employee will lift boxes of books. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.

ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS :

1. High school graduate or equivalent

2. Library training desirable

3. Associate's degree desirable

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION :

TB test clearance

California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position may perform additional duties.

Requirements / Qualifications

Complete EDJOIN application, resume and two letters of reference.

Comments and Other Information

The Buckeye Union School District is renowned for its high quality schools, which have been recognized with numerous State and National awards. We offer a comprehensive educational experience that includes technology rich, standards based educational opportunities provided by a highly qualified and dedicated team of teachers and support staff.

Buckeye Union stretches across the communities of El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, and Shingle Springs, which are located within commuting distance of the greater Sacramento metropolitan area. These communities are situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, which provide many outstanding opportunities that support active lifestyles.

We currently serve nearly 4300 students attending five neighborhood elementary schools, two middle schools, and a TK-8th grade District operated Charter Montessori.

Buckeye Union School District is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and / or harassment of district employees or job applicants based on any legally protected characteristics, actual or perceived, including but not limited to, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, veteran status, parental status, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical or mental disability or medical condition.