Library Assistant – Molalla River SD 35

Job details

Job Type
Part-time

Full Job Description

Library Assistant – Limited Duration

4 hours per day/5 Days per Week/Limited Duration

Position Start Date: 12/01/2021

Position End Date: 03/16/2022

Wage range based on 2020-21 Wage Schedule. The 2021-22 Wage Schedule is to be determined.

Position Serves Molalla High School

JOB GOAL: Under direct supervision of a licensed media specialist in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning library environment in which teachers and students can take full advantage of available resources.

ESSENTIAL 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.

• High School Diploma or equivalent by OAR 581-37-030, Oregon Department of Education (training in library science preferred)
• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to work in harmony with and to communicate effectively (both orally and in

writing) with students, parents, and teachers

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Possess the knowledge of basic library/media methods, practices and terminology, and procedures
• Possess knowledge of English usage, spelling, mathematics, and a basic understanding of subject areas in which this position is to provide assistance
• Provide basic instruction and guidance to students using library resources, including educational computer hardware and software
• Ability to operate a computer terminal to input and retrieve data
• Be self-directed and perform duties for extended periods of time in the absence of an immediate media supervisor
• Organize and prioritize a wide range of tasks and select work methods which allow for the

timely and accurate completion of tasks

• Perform a variety of clerical work and operate standard office machines
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students
• Perform physical requirements which may include:
• Moderate degree of physical stamina
• Frequent standing, walking, and/or bending
• Frequent lifting up to 20 lbs. and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent twisting, reaching, handling, and finger manipulation
• Such alternatives to the above requirements as the School Board or Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may also be assigned.

• Assist students in locating materials and in researching information; answer questions about library procedures and resources
• Assist students and staff with check-in and check-out of library materials (i.e., computers, copiers, filmstrip viewers, etc.)
• Assist with and conduct instruction for students on library use, explain the check in/out procedures, use of the card catalog, and other library procedures; read stories to groups of students
• Receive new library materials and supplies and verify accuracy and completeness of shipments
• File catalog cards and shelf list cards; shelve books and periodicals; make minor repairs to print materials; care for and make minor repairs to audio-visual equipment; assist with the inventory of library equipment and materials
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students
• Monitor behavior of students and handle disciplinary matters in accordance with the district’s discipline procedures
• Maintain current inventory on media supplies and suggest items for acquisition as needed
• Assist in maintaining a positive learning environment, proper health conditions, general neatness and attractiveness of the library and its displays
• Assist students and staff in the use of computers, CD-ROMs and software
• Exercise general supervision over the scheduling of the library and materials for classroom use
• Participate in in-service programs as assigned
• Perform such other tasks (which may require knowledge of other job descriptions) as may seem appropriate by the Board and Administration.