Library Assistant - Middle School

Federal Way Public Schools; United States; Sur place; USD 43 000 - 49 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sequoyah Middle School seeks a Library Assistant to support scholars Monday through Friday, 9:00am–3:00pm. You will assist students with reading materials, manage check-in/out, and help with technology access in a welcoming library environment.

The role requires at least one year of clerical experience, a high school diploma, and a complete application with references. Prior library or school setting experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of clerical experience.
• Criminal background clearance.
• Knowledge of library operations is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Create a welcoming environment for students, staff, parents and visitors.
• Assist students in locating reading materials and check books in/out.
• Maintain library organization and shelving accuracy.
• Input new materials into library software and cataloging.
• Assist with technology access and equipment scheduling.
• Perform end-of-year inventory of library materials.

Connaissances

Clerical experience

Attention to detail

Customer service

Formation

High school diploma

Outils

District library software

AV equipment

Description du poste

• Hours per Day:
  5.5 Average Hrs/Day, FWEA ESP Range 04: $31.48-$35.45 per hour DOE


• Days of the Week:
  Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday


• Shift Times:
  9:00am - 3:00pm Monday through Friday (5 hours 30 minutes working with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break)

Sequoyah Middle School is seeking a Library Assistant - Middle School to assist scholars Monday-Friday between the hours of 9:00am-3:00pm. To be eligible for consideration, you must have a minimum of one year of related clerical experience, two reference responses completed in the last 24 months with one from a current or former supervisor, and a complete application (cover letter, resume, application listing experience and all required fields completed).

DEADLINE:

Applications will be accepted through November 15, 2026.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Library Assistant – Middle School plays a large part in ensuring that students have productive library experiences. This is accomplished in a variety of ways, including keeping the library organized and welcoming, shelving books accurately, and checking books in and out in a timely manner. This individual also assists students in locating appropriate reading material. The Library Assistant assists students in accessing and using technology tools but does not provide direct instruction. This position is responsible for greeting guests cordially, making them feel welcome in the library and helping to ensure that their needs are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Create a welcoming environment for students, staff, parents, community members and other visitors upon their entrance to the library.


• Assist individual students who are visiting the library and supervise to ensure students follow library expectations.


• Responsible for material check-ins and checkouts for individual students and staff.


• Process all new materials into the district library software (books, textbooks, workbooks, laptops and audio equipment) to include inputting, covering, categorizing and shelving books.


• Responsible for maintaining records for overdue, lost and damaged books; notifying teachers and parents of overdue books and collecting fines.


• Responsible for scheduling and coordinating the use of audiovisual equipment and software, including computer labs and storage systems for technology equipment.


• Manage classroom textbooks to include ensuring adequate supply, tracking, check in/out, cleaning and repairing.


• Help students/staff with technology needs.


• Operate the laminator including running and replacing laminate film.


• Present library orientation at the beginning of the year.


• Perform end of year inventory of all library, consumable and textbook materials.

UNDER THE DIRECTION OF A CERTIFICATED LIBRARIAN OR DESIGNEE:

• Facilitate student book selection, encouraging new titles and genre.


• Purchase new books to keep up with the trends and keep shelves current.


• Purge outdated material.


• Research current and relatable topics/titles to create interest and engage new readers.

OTHER RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Transfer books on loan between other schools in the district when requested.


• Coordinate events in the library such as book talks for KC Library, book fairs.


• Assist with clerical tasks such as filing, sorting, photocopying and light correspondence.


• Multilingual staff member may be asked to translate within their scope of work.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

One (1) year clerical experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positive evaluations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working in a school or library environment

Basic knowledge of the district library software system

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

Criminal background clearance

Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

KNOWLEDGE OF:

School board policies and procedures

Microsoft WORD

Database management

ABILITY TO:

Organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently without close supervision and able to pay strict attention to detail

Perform safety responsibilities while under pressure.

Demonstrate basic knowledge of modern technology and willingness and ability to increase knowledge to proficiency

Speak, read and follow written or verbal communications: able to proofread