Library Media Assistant - Chinn (5 hours per day)
Purpose Statement
The job of Media Assistant is done for the purpose / s of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibilities for maintaining the library collections at school sites; identifying age appropriate resources for students and teachers utilizing library resources; selecting appropriate items in support of classroom instruction; and performing clerical functions related to collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, and inventory of library materials and / or textbooks.
This job reports to the Principal.
Essential Functions
Other Functions
Job Requirements : Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; collecting money; and operating equipment.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and / or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and / or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : library practices; and computer and Internet operations; age appropriate activities / behaviors; business telephone etiquette; office application software; school safety and security practices; and stages of child development.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and / or meetings; gather and / or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : establishing effective working relationships; communicating with diverse groups; dealing with frequent interruptions; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with detailed information / data.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include : working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and / or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to affect the organization's services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands : occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and / or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting, 50% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and / or illness and in a clean atmosphere.
Experience Job related experience is desired
Education High school diploma or equivalent
Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint / Background Clearance
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Library Assistant At • Kansas City, MO, United States