Coordinator 1 – Instructional Media & Libraries

JOB SUMMARY

The Coordinator 1 - Instructional Media and Library is responsible for supporting both digital literacy and library operations. This role focuses on developing curriculum aligned with the Texas Technology Applications TEKS and media literacy initiatives, providing resources and support to media specialists, computer lab teachers, and librarians. Additionally, the coordinator assists with the effective management of library inventory systems and the circulation of materials. This dual focus ensures that both technology integration and library services contribute to enhancing students' learning experiences and access to resources district-wide.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Develop curriculum and instructional materials aligned with the Texas Technology Applications TEKS, providing resources such as scope and sequences and lesson plans to support media specialists, computer lab teachers, and librarians in delivering digital and media literacy instruction.
2.    Lead district-wide media literacy initiatives, creating and coordinating resources that integrate digital skills, responsible technology use, and critical thinking about media into classroom instruction.
3.    Collaborate with media specialists and educators to design and implement technology literacy and media programming, ensuring alignment with district instructional goals and promoting digital literacy.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES CONTINUED

4.    Oversee library management systems, ensuring the accurate acquisition, cataloging, organization, and circulation of materials, and participate in regular inventory audits to maintain resource integrity.
5.    Work with library staff to streamline library operations, enhancing the availability and accessibility of materials and improving the overall user experience.
6.    Balance digital access initiatives with traditional library services, developing strategies that meet the diverse needs of students and staff, while ensuring alignment with district strategic priorities.
7.    Other duties as assigned
 

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree

*Applicants who do not meet these education qualifications may be considered if they have a unique combination of education and work experiences that indicate potential for success in this role.

WORK EXPERIENCE

At least 3 years working in the district/central office of a large urban school district

Applicants who do not meet these work experience qualifications may be considered if they have a unique combination of education and work experiences that indicate potential for success in this role

SKILL AND/OR REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATION

Microsoft Office

Familiarity with media literacy and technology applications in educational settings

Experience with curriculum development and library systems management

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Work Leadership. Regularly provides project management or team leadership to a group of two or more employees but does not have formal supervisory responsibility. Leading and directing is restricted to monitoring work and providing guidance on escalated issues. Most of the work time is spent performing many of the same duties they are leading.

WORK COMPLEXITY/INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT

Work is substantially complex, varied and regularly requires the selection and application of technical and detailed guidelines. Independent judgment is required to identify, select, and apply the most appropriate methods as well as interpret precedent. Position regularly makes recommendations to management on areas of significance to the department. Supervision received typically consists of providing direction on the more complex projects and new job duties and priorities.

BUDGET AUTHORITY

No budget development activity is required.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Decisions are made on both routine and non-routine matters with some latitude but are still subject to approval. Job is occasionally expected to recommend new solutions to problems and improve existing methods or generate new ideas.

IMPACT OF DECISIONS

Decisions have moderate impact to the facility/department or division, causing increased satisfaction or dissatisfaction; producing efficiencies or delays; promoting or inhibiting personal intellectual or professional development; and/or contributing to financial gain or expense. Errors may be serious, usually not subject to direct verification or check, causing losses such as improper cost calculations, overpayment or improper utilization of labor, materials, or equipment. Effect usually confined to the organization itself and is short term

COMMUNICATION/INTERACTIONS

Collaborate and solve problems – works with others to resolve problems, clarify or interpret complex information/policies, and provide initial screening/negotiations without approval authority. Interactions are typically with customers, senior level professional staff, and managers.

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS

Regularly assesses and diffuses complex, and escalated customer issues. Takes personal responsibility and

accountability for solving systemic customer service problems. Regularly explores alternative and creative solutions to meeting the needs of the customer within HISD's policies and guidelines.

WORKING/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any hazardous or unpleasant elements