Summer School - Elementary and Jr. High Sites - Library Media Clerk (Pool)

 

CERES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

BASIC FUNCTION:

 

Under the direction and supervision of the site administrator and/or designee, performs duties related to the ordering, receiving, processing, and circulation/distribution of library books, textbooks, media, instructional materials, supplies and equipment.

 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

 

• Performs general clerical duties in the library.
• Assists with supervision of students in the library.
• Creates and maintains computerized records for inventory and circulation of library/textbook, media, instructional materials, testing, and equipment.
• Inventories, orders, processes and distributes library books, textbooks, media, instructional materials, testing materials, and equipment for regular day, after school program, and summer school classes.
• Maintains statistics and prepares reports related to materials and digital programs/materials.
• Reinforces library skills.
• Provides literature appreciation, which includes reading aloud to students at scheduled times.
• Checks materials in and out to staff and students.
• Shelves materials according to library organizational system and keeps library in good order.
• Inspects and repairs books/materials; makes minor repairs and reports needed repairs.
• Maintains records and collects money for lost or damaged library/textbooks and books/materials.
• Attends monthly library media clerk meetings to share best practices and to stay current on updates with district curriculum and instruction programs, state standards, and materials.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

 

Knowledge and Application of:  Library operation and organization including Dewey Decimal System; correct English usage and math skills; strong communication and interpersonal skills; general office machines; general principles of child development; effective instructional techniques; data entry.

 

Ability to:

 

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions and work independently without direct supervision.
• Read, interpret, and apply instructions, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Plan, prioritize, and organize work to meet assigned deadlines.
• Analyze and take appropriate action regarding routine and/or emergency situations as necessary.
• Provide clear and courteous directions to students.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and general public.
• Apply interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Speak, read, and write English in a manner sufficient to complete required duties.

 

 

 

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

 

Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent; NCLB compliant.

 

Experience:  One year experience in clerical/library work, preferably in a school library setting.

 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 

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 is regularly required to stand and walk.  The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, talk, walk, and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

 

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds individually or with assistance.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. 

 

 

WORK 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 moderate and occasionally loud.

NCLB compliance - SUBMIT: HSD or Equiv along with one of the following: unofficial transcripts(48 or more Sem units), AA degree or higher, or NCLB Exam Certificate