Library Assistant

4 hours per day/5 Days per Week/179 days in full work year

Position Start Date: ASAP

Position Serves Molalla High School

JOB GOAL: Under direct supervision of a licensed media specialist, the goal of the Library Assistant is to provide 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, skills, and/or abilities 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 personal computer 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 such as copiers and printers.
• 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.

16.Such alternatives to the above requirements as the School Board or Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable.

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 and technology (i.e., computers, Chromebooks, 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 of media supplies and suggest items for acquisition as needed.
• Maintain and communicate building inventory levels of Chromebook devices available for use and needing repairs to the IT group monthly or if stock is 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/Chromebooks, 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.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, BONDING, AND/OR TESTING REQUIRED:

• Possess and maintain a valid First Aid card if required
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance

• Molalla River School District requires all staff to be fully vaccinated effective October 18, 2021 unless a religious or medical exception is approved. New employees must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination at the time of hire. (Please contact Human Resources if you need more information regarding the approval of exceptions).