Media Technician 2024-2025 School Year

SUMMARY

Responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of the school library media center. Manage and supervise a high functioning library space, as well as all technology associated with the library.

Provide students and staff with support for digital and print resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequency and percentage of time may vary based on building assignment.

1 . Responsible for transferring the Chromebooks into inventory ensuring they are received by the districts library management system (Destiny), that they are available and ready for checkout by the students, Chromebook distribution, may include the authorization, check out and labeling of the Chromebook and the Chromebook charger, assisting students that may be locked out, have forgotten or lost their Chromebook and / or charger resetting passwords, preparing any damaged Chromebooks to be sent out for repair to the contracted repair service, may collaborate with the building tech person to troubleshoot problems that can be handled in building.

Communicate with parents / guardians in regards to but not limited to lost or damaged Chromebooks or chargers, including how many devices the student has checked out.

2. Support for Instruction : students and staff

All patrons : Operate the district library software system. Circulate materials, place holds, process overdue materials, inter-library loans, communicate with students and parents, and maintain privacy and accuracy of patron records.

Provide programming support and / or leadership as needed for : reading aloud to students, book fairs, author visits, library-related events, engaging displays of reading materials to create awareness of available print and digital resources and.

training and supervision of student aides and volunteers. Provide leadership and guidance so that all patrons learn to effectively : access and navigate the district library system.

Students : Manage and assist students in the library space, in either small groups or whole classrooms, and have knowledge of the school discipline policy.

Teachers and staff : Research and pull library’s print resources as requested. Assist students and staff in accessing print and digital materials.

Engage with them in a way that helps them gain confidence in using the library resources and space. May operate and maintain Bookroom.

3. Managing the Space, Collection and Library Technology : Manage library space and technology calendars for use of space / materials.

Manage library technology, resolving issues as they arise. Perform clerical duties as needed. Replace and / or remove materials that are old or obsolete.

Library collection : Copy catalog materials to the library collection. Receive and process new print materials. Shelve books.

Weed sections of the collection with the assistance of the District Library Services Coordinator. Create a friendly, clean, collaborative learning environment in the library media center.

Fill teacher and student materials requests as needed, conducting research as necessary. Collaborate with teachers to assess resource needs, both print and digital, that support the curriculum, as needed.

Work with an approved vendor to organize previews of resources for teaching staff as needed. Perform an annual library inventory with District resources as needed.

Create reports to reconcile lost and / or missing books. Contact parents / guardians regarding lost or overdue books.

4. Library Software and Digital Resources : Set up policies, school calendar and rules in the district library software.

Link digital resources through the online catalog and library management software. Run common and necessary reports. Troubleshoot library management and software problems using AD12 support, library management software online and phone support.

5. Financial Management : Make thoughtful decisions about waiving or reducing student / staff fines and document in LMS.

Work with the Office Manager to maintain accurate records. Place, track and coordinate library and digital literacy purchases, including, but not limited to books, eBooks, and supplies for the library, as needed, with guidance from the Office Manager, Principal, and / or other appropriate staff.

Resolve discrepancies with vendors. May create and submit financial reports with the Office Manager, as needed. Communicate with vendors, staff members and principal for new book purchasing.

6. May plan, prepare and manage daily sales of the Book Fair. May promote Book fair to staff and students and coordinate volunteers.

Coordinate with third party vendor to ensure successful endeavor. May coordinate fundraising such as read-a-thons or similar activities.

7. Perform other job related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE :

• Associate’s degree or (2) years of college courses (48 hours or more) preferred.
• Minimum of (2) years of experience in a library, school, or office setting.
• Experience working with children required.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS :

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Successful candidate will be required to complete a pre-hire post-offer physical examination.

SALARY INFORMATION :

All Classified positions are paid on an hourly basis. All Newly hired classified employees are placed initially on Step 1 of the pay grade for their position.

Classified employees can advance an additional 7 steps (maximum Step 8) based on their previous experience. Final hourly placement on the Classified Salary schedule is dependent on the Grade Level for the position being posted and employees’ previous work experience.

Grade refers to position or job classification and Step refers to the number of work experience credit or service years.

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BENEFITS INFORMATION :

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is committed to providing an environment that promotes a healthy employee population able to serve our students at the highest level.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit eligible employees.

The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date).