Areas of Responsibility: 

The Library Media Specialist provides assistance in all areas of library services.  The Library Media Specialist performs instructional assistance and clerical tasks related to the purchasing, processing, organizing and dissemination of library resources.  By working closely with the Principal, staff and students, it is the responsibility of the Library Media Specialist to create a user friendly, functional, full-service library.  The Library Media Specialist works under the supervision of the building administrator.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

Assists students in the effective use of the library-media center, including assistance with the operation and application of technology and related software housed in or accessed through the library.

2. Assists individual students in the research process, helping students understand their research task, locating resources, using the resources and synthesizing the information.

3. Promotes reading by knowing recommended literature and promoting the library collection.

4. Assists with implementation of reading motivation activities and programs.

5. Assists the teaching staff in the selection of resources and services consistent with instructional programs. Uses review and awards to assist in selecting quality materials.

6. Assists in maintaining an inviting atmosphere in the library media facility, creating displays that reflect student learning, interests and curricular topics.

7. Attends meetings, work sessions and in-service opportunities as required by the district.

8. May supervise students in the media center during recess, lunch periods, and before and after school, following district and school policies and guidelines for maintaining appropriate student behavior, as scheduling allows for breaks and lunch.

9. Manages the circulation and retrieval of materials and equipment, the care and storage of materials, the accounting and record keeping systems for collection inventory.

9. Provides monthly and yearly circulation statistics and year-end inventory reports.

11. Prepares orders for services, equipment and acquisitions and checks orders for completeness and accuracy.

12. Maintains records for equipment, service and acquisitions.

13. Processes books following standard procedures.

14. Keeps records on the use of library materials and maintains the media center computerized system for cataloging and circulation of materials.

15. Fulfills other related duties as assigned.

16. Fulfills working conditions and physical effort listed below.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

The employee works with groups of students and on a one-to-one basis.  Students include those who may be physically and mentally handicapped, learning disabled, emotionally disturbed and culturally different.  Supervision and instructional responsibilities require the employee to be able to stand for up to 45 consecutive minutes and to sit for prolonged periods.  Significant physical abilities include reaching, handling, fingering, talking, hearing conversations and near visual acuity/visual accommodation.  The employee must be able to lift or maneuver up to 40 pounds.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 

Knowledge:

• Computers, office machines, audiovisual equipments and their operation.
• Circulation cataloging software.
• Current technologies, related software, and their applications.
• Methods and procedures related to supporting instruction of research.
• Student behavior and methods to assure proper conduct.
• Standard library practices, terminology and procedures.
• Basic reference resources.
• Budget, accounting and record-keeping procedures.
• Procedures for processing, organizing, maintaining and disseminating library materials.
• Safety practices.

 

Skills and Abilities:

Possess the physical ability to regularly attend work and fulfill the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

 

• Maintain a high level of organization according to recognized or directed practices to ensure immediate access to information and resources.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively with students, teachers, administrators, supervisor and public.
• Verbalize concepts and communicate effectively in person and over the telephone using a pleasant and well-modulated voice.
• Use computer technology to facilitate instruction and clerical tasks.
• Learn the operation of computers, telephones and other equipment used in the work, as required by the position.
• Use and demonstrate the use of reference materials.
• Apply procedures for processing, organizing, maintaining and disseminating library
• Inspire interest and create enthusiasm for the maximum use of the media center.
• Types with accuracy.
• Maintain accurate record systems.
• Make mathematical calculations accurately.
• Maintain a high level of commitment to the completion of all tasks.
• Abide by confidentiality requirements.
• Learn how to deal with bodily fluid spills.
• Adhere to the federal requirements of a drug-free workplace.
• Adhere to school district policies and procedures.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma and more than two years of advanced education or experience in the specific job requirements.  The position requires the application of general principles or techniques and training not normally received in a high school.  The position requires thorough technical knowledge in a specialized area.

 

The position requires working knowledge of technical procedures and processes and the ability to teach them to others.  In-depth knowledge of library and technology policies and applications is necessary.  Job learning time may range from six to twelve months.  Job proficiency can be acquired in twelve to twenty-four months. 

Qualifications Desired:  Prior experience preferred

 

Apply To:  https://sheridan.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

 

  

Posted Inside:  July 8, 2021

 

Closing Date: Juy 31, 2021

 

Employment Dates:  School Year only

 

 

Current Staff

Application

Requirements: 

• TalendEd Recruit and Hire Internal Application & Letter of Interest

 

Outside

Application

Requirements: 

• Application (thru TalendEd Recruit and Hire)
• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• 3 letters of Recommendation
• Copy of Transcripts
• Copy of Certification

 

Salary:  Per Classified bargaining agreement

 

For More Information:  Please contact Jason Hohnbaum at Sheridan High School via email jason.hohnbaum@sheridan.k12.or.us

 

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Equal employment opportunity and treatment shall be practiced by the district regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status and disability if the employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, is able to perform the essential functions of the position.