Library Media Technician-Secondary (For Current Eligible Employees Only) 23504

This is a PROMOTIONAL ONLY opportunity. It is only open to current, contracted, classified, permanent staff in good standing. **

*Candidates who pass all examinations will be placed on a 6 month eligibility list to be considered for current and future vacancies.*
**The current vacancy is 40 hours per week, 11 months per year and is located at Meadowbrook Middle School* *
*Candidates who possess a valid and current CA teaching credential OR that possess a Bachelor's Degree AND have passed the CBEST will be placed at Step 6 of the salary range designated for this classification.*

BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of a Library Media Teacher or assigned supervisor, coordinate and perform a variety of technical library functions at a secondary school site; coordinate acquisition, circulation, distribution, and storage of library books, textbooks and audio/visual materials; assist students and staff in the selection of library materials and access to digital resources; implement the District's plan for the acquisition of library skills and library orientation.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Library Media Technician series is responsible to perform specialized library functions and maintain the library collection and equipment including print and digital materials. Incumbents are responsible for classification, cataloging, circulation, inventory and recovery of library books and reference materials. The Library Media Technician Secondary classification is responsible for budget related duties such as entering requisitions, preparing deposits, and reconciling budgets. This classification is also responsible for independently monitoring large groups of students in a multi-faceted environment throughout the school day. The Library Media Technician Elementary classification is assigned to an elementary school site and schedules the day to day operations of the school library under the direction of the Principal. The Literacy Media Resource Technician differs from the other classifications by providing technical support in the use of software, literacy media and related equipment at a school site with a limited print collection.
Examples of Duties

1. Perform technical library functions at a secondary school site, including organization, distribution, and storage of library books, textbooks and digital media; perform technical library functions in a highly computerized library environment at a secondary school site; provide instructional support for students and staff using the library for research purposes or computer software programs; promote student use of the library for research purposes and reading pleasure. E
2. Receive, issue and control textbook inventory using a computerized textbook program; schedule use of core literature with teachers; transfer textbook materials to and from other school sites. E
3. Coordinate the annual distribution of district adopted textbook and digital content materials; perform yearly inventory of textbooks in accordance with established timelines; ensure all students have the required textbooks.Assist with researching vendors and receiving price quotes, coordinate textbook deliveries and resolve related issues. E
4. Provide assistance and reinforcement to individuals or groups of students using district/school computers and mobile devices in a variety of settings. E
5. Assist staff in the selection and requisitioning of library and teacher materials; research and preview new materials; notify teachers of newly-arrived materials applicable to classroom topics or themes; compile lists of potential purchases; enter requisitions for the purchase of books, magazines, textbooks, other print and digital materials, and supplies into the district purchasing program. E
6. Assist students in researching print and digital resources/databases, online encyclopedias; assist students in locating and selecting materials using the computerized catalog systems and online databases; assist in the instruction of students in proper methods of utilizing the library and digital reference sources; maintain computerized online catalog. E
7. Facilitate, organize and manage circulation activities; use computerized library program; check library and textbook materials in and out to students and staff; check and prepare materials for return to the circulating collection; shelve returned books, materials and computer equipment; reserve books for students and staff; prepare and route materials for interlibrary loan requests. E
8. Issue library and identification cards for new students, staff and volunteers throughout the year; issue replacement identification cards. Take and upload digital pictures for ID cards into district database. E
9. Organize and prepare library displays, decorations, bulletin boards and activities; maintain the library, computers and environment in a clean and orderly condition.
10. Observe and assist in the management of student behavior according to approved procedures; monitor student behavior on library computers in the library. E
11. Receive, process and input library material and textbook orders; process materials for introduction into the library materials collection; prepare and print labels; affix identification and bar-code labels to materials; input related information into assigned computer database. E
12. Maintain record of overdue materials and send overdue notices to students and teachers; place holds on student schedules, yearbooks, etc. for unpaid fines, dues and other monies owed; clear students of library fines, debts and delinquencies; collect books, materials and money and notify appropriate staff of clearance. E
13. Evaluate and maintain library materials and textbooks; pull and route materials in need of mending, binding or discarding; assess need for replacement or repair; perform minor repairs to damaged books and library materials; maintain online records of lost or damaged books. E
14. Organize and participate in inventory activities as directed; analyze and correct errors for books that are incorrectly scanned, deleted, paid for, etc., delete catalog records to assure accuracy and accountability; consult with teachers to provide input regarding obsolete materials. E
15. Prepare deposits for site finance technician; reconcile and balance assigned accounts; input electronic budget transfers to clear negatives; prepare written request for refunds from library budgets from school finance technician. E
16. Perform general clerical work such as keyboarding, duplicating, entering information into a computer and maintaining various files and records, both digital and in print; compile, prepare and type correspondence, lists, reports, records and a variety of other materials. E
17. Operate and maintain a variety of office and instructional equipment, including a computer, printer, barcode scanner, tablet, laptop, digital projector, document camera, fax machine and other digital devices . E
18. Communicate with a variety of internal and external contacts regarding library operations, materials, equipment and supplies. E
19. Participate in the coordination of book fairs and other special events in the library. E
20. Train and provide work direction and guidance to student assistants, student volunteers and adult volunteers.
21. Attend a variety of in-service trainings, workshops and meetings related to assigned activities.
22. Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Any combination equivalent to a high school diploma or equivalent, preferably supplemented by courses in library science; one year of general clerical work in a computerized environment preferably in an educational setting and two years paid or volunteer library or media center experience. Qualifying coursework or additional related experience may be substituted as meeting the minimum qualifications.
Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Functions, operations and maintenance of school libraries.

Library methods, equipment and terminology.

District curriculum and educational programs.

Reference and cataloging techniques.

Digital file storage and synchronization.

Library classification systems.

Library reference materials and sources.

Filing, indexing and inventory procedures.

Basic procedures and practices related to purchasing and accounting.

Basic instructional methods and techniques.

Operation of a variety of office equipment including a computer.

Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.

Copyright laws.

Budgeting practices regarding monitoring and control.

Applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Oral and written communication skills.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Principles of training and providing work direction.

ABILITY TO:

Perform a variety of technical and advanced library media center functions.

Perform technical library functions in a highly computerized library environment.

Provide general and reference assistance to students and teachers.

Process and prepare library materials and textbooks for classifying, cataloguing and storage.

Check books and materials in and out of the library.

Maintain records and prepare reports.

Receive, issue and control textbook inventory.

Monitor assigned budgets.

Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.

Interpret, apply and explain applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

Monitor and maintain acceptable student behavior in the library.

Operate a variety of office and library equipment including a computer and assigned software.

Meet schedules and timelines.

Work independently with little direction.

Train and provide work direction and guidance to others.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Complete work with many interruptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Library environment.

Classroom environment.

Constant interruptions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.

Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student behavior.

Hearing and speaking effectively to exchange information.

Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling moderately heavy books and library carts.

Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

In accordance with Personnel Commission Rules and Regulations of Classified Service # 70.200.1, new employees to Poway Unified School District will be placed at Step 1 (Minimum Salary) of the official salary range designated for the position. Any variances in initial placement are addressed in, and shall be carried out in agreement with, this rule.
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For more information, please contact the
Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer
Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services,
Poway Unified School District
15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406