Job Title

Media Center Assistant 

Salary Class

CA 10

Location

School Location 

PCS Code

900000

Reports To 

Principal

Position Type

Full-Time/Exempt

General Statement of Job 

Performs a variety of technical, computer, and clerical tasks in order to provide audiovisual and technical services to the library.  Work involves operating and maintaining specialized automated booking catalog; and demonstrating the operation of audiovisual equipment.  Employees perform clerical, technical and administrative tasks in order to establish and maintain inventory, to track loaned equipment and materials; and to provide lists of resources that support curriculum and instruction.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains specialized audiovisual computer booking and catalog programs.
• Loans audiovisual equipment and materials to teachers.
• Maintains files of requests and distribution of audiovisual equipment and materials.
• Demonstrates setup and operation of audiovisual equipment and materials.
• Inspects loaned audiovisual equipment and materials for maintenance and repair.
• Distributes teachers’ guides, catalogs, and instructional support material.
• Provides clerical and technical support for the library.
• Assists with telephone and email inquiries.
• Performs related work to assist with Library Media Services as needed.
• Performs general library duties, including processing new materials, cataloging, checking materials in and out, shelving materials, weeding materials, mending books, receiving and receipting fines for overdue materials, etc., as needed.
• Performs general office and administrative duties as necessary, including answering the telephone, typing documents, copying and filing documents, attending meetings, etc.
• Performs related duties as required.

Essential Functions 

Physical Requirements:

Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 10 pounds).  Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.

Data Conception:

Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.

Interpersonal Communications:

Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information.  Includes  receiving assignments and/or direction from supervisors.

Language Ability:

Requires the ability to read a variety of policies and procedures, computer manuals, reference materials, etc. Requires the ability to enter data into the computer and prepare records, correspondence, reports, etc., with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.  Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control and confidence.

Intelligence:

Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form, and to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations.  Requires the ability to make routine independent judgments in absence of supervision, and to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.  Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information and to understand and implement basic office machinery functions.

Verbal Aptitude:

Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow verbal and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with persons of varying educational backgrounds and in a variety of technical and/or professional languages.

Numerical Aptitude:

Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to determine percentages and decimals, and to determine time.  Must be able to use practical applications of fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion.

Form/Spatial Aptitude:

Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape, and visually read various information.

Motor Coordination:

Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes using office machinery.

Manual Dexterity:

Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, keyboards, office equipment, control knobs, buttons, switches, catches, etc.  Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination:

Does not require the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament:

Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.  Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.

Physical Communications:

Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking:  expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

Training and Experience 

High school diploma supplemented by clerical and technical training with 1 to 2 years of experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Performance Criteria Evaluations

Job Knowledge: 

Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the Florence 1 Schools as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Media Assistant.  Has thorough knowledge of the organization of related departments and agencies.  Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.  Is able to make sound, educated decisions.  Has the ability to plan and develop daily, short- and long-term goals related to District purposes.  Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.   Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.  Has knowledge in the areas of library science and practices, research methods and resources, program development, training development, computer software/hardware and applications, etc. Is able to read and interpret complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.  Is able to assemble and analyze information and make written reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner.  Has comprehensive knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department.  Has knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations.  Is able to compile, organize and utilize various financial information necessary in the preparation of the departmental budget, and knows how to prepare and monitor the budget.  Has knowledge of and is able to use modern office practices and equipment, including computers.  Is able to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.  Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation.  Knows how to make public presentations.   Knows how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations.   Has knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.  Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.  

Quality of Work:

Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities.  Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility.  Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts.

Quantity of Work:

Performs described "Specific Duties and Responsibilities" and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce a quantity of work which consistently meets standards and expectations of the District.

Dependability:

Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work.   Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, District policy, standards and prescribed procedures.  Remains accountable to assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.

Attendance:

Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to District policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness.  Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time-off requests.

Initiative and Enthusiasm:

Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountability.  Strives to anticipate work to be done, and initiates proper and acceptable direction for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.

Judgment:

 Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility.  Identifies problems or situations as they occur, and specifies decision objectives.  Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations.  Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors.  Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment. Monitors the activities/behavior of the student body to ensure student safety and well-being. Monitors the activities/behavior of the student body to ensure student safety and well-being.

Cooperation:

Accepts supervisory instruction and direction, and strives to meet the goals and objectives of the same.  Questions such as instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified (i.e., poor communications, variance with District policy or procedures, etc.).  Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons and departments within the District.

Relationships:

Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and staff for mutual and district benefit.  Contributes to maintaining high morale among all District employees.  Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with department employees, staff and managers in other departments, representatives from organizations, and the public so as to maintain good will toward the District and to project a good district image.  Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints from other departments and persons in order to maintain good will within the District.  Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image within the District.  Interacts effectively with higher management, professionals and the public.

Coordination of Work:

Plans and organizes daily work routine.  Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology.  Avoids duplication of effort.  Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly.  Attends required meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time.  Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.  

Safety:

Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the District and various regulatory agencies.  Sees that standards are not violated.  Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.  

DISCLAIMER:  This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Terms of Employment 

190 Salary and work year to be established by the district.