Media Clerk (Elementary)

Job Summary

The Media Clerk supervises the media center under the direction of the district media specialist. Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are required and are essential functions of this position.

Essential Functions

• Manage patron records and information on computer and issue patron identification cards according to established procedures.
• Catalog and process library materials such as books, DVDs, CD-ROMs, pictures, kits, etc.
• Check in and out all materials to students and teachers.
• Inspect returned library materials for damage and repair if possible.
• Sort books, publications, and other items according to classification code and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
• Sort for damage. Repair if possible.
• Compile lists of overdue books, etc. and issue overdue notices to borrowers.
• Compute and receive fines as per school policy.
• Track overdue library materials and issue overdue notices to borrowers.
• Determine fines according to school policy.
• Help patrons locate books, publications, Internet sites and other materials.
• Assist library committee in the acquisition of materials that support the learning goals of the school.
• Maintain a well-organized, inviting media center with displays, bulletin boards, etc.
• Attend district training meetings.

Non-Essential Functions

Other duties as assigned

This description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an employee assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of education, knowledge, and experience requirements; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Required Education and Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Some college preferred.

Required Prior Experience

Some library experience preferred.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated ability to work well with students and teachers. Self-motivated and able to take directions from supervisors. Ability to learn new skills and functions.

Assigned Decision Making

Decides library schedule, order books, plans library time for class visits, prepares library learning environment.

Interactions with Others

Positive interaction of students, teachers, support personnel, parents, parents, and administrators.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Budget Responsibility

Makes library book and supply purchases in consultation with district specialists and/or school administration.

Working Environment

Work setting is mainly in the media center.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and/or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and/or move to 50 lbs.

Note: The list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.

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