Library Clerk

Independence School District; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence School District is seeking a Library Media Clerk to manage the Library Media Center and support student success. The role focuses on circulation, resource organization, and assisting teachers and students with information needs.

Candidates should hold Missouri substitute teaching certification and have strong computer and interpersonal skills. Experience in a library setting is preferred, and the district emphasizes a cooperative, student-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Missouri substitute teaching certification is required.
• Additional preparation and/or college work related to Library Media Centers preferred.
• Experience in a library setting preferred.
• Computer skills and/or experience required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate or acceptable

Responsibilities

• Performs various Library Media Center tasks.
• Works cooperatively with the Library Media Specialist, teachers, administrators, parents, and other staff members to support library media programs and services.
• Assists in circulating library resources by checking books in and out and shelving.
• Operates computers, scanners, and the Library Automation System with skill.
• Maintains files/records, statistical data, reports and other forms as assigned.
• Answers telephone in a pleasant and respectful manner.
• Deals courteously with visitors, parents, students and staff.
• Maintains a positive, friendly atmosphere in the Library Media Center.
• Responds promptly to informational requests.
• Demonstrates good safety practices and adheres to District rules, regulations and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned to carry out functions of the position

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

Missouri substitute teaching certification

Tools

Library Automation System

Job description

Qualifications

• Missouri substitute teaching certification required
• Additional preparation and/or college work related to Library Media Centers preferred
• Experience in a library setting preferred
• Computer skills and/or experience required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate or acceptable

Fair Labor Standards Act Status

Non-Exempt

Reports to

Building Principal

Job Goal

Provide skillful and productive operation of the Library Media Center in order to assure a positive impact on the Independence School District's educational program and students' success.

Performance Responsibilities

• Performs various Library Media Center tasks
• Works cooperatively with the Library Media Specialist, teachers, administrators, parents, and other staff members to effectively support the library media programs and services
• Assists in the circulation of library resources by checking books in and out and keeping books shelved properly
• Operates computers, scanners, and the Library Automation System with a degree of skill
• Maintains files/records, statistical data, reports and other forms as assigned
• Answers telephone in a pleasant and respectful manner
• Deals courteously with visitors, parents, students and staff
• Assists in maintaining a positive, friendly atmosphere in the Library Media Center
• Responds in a timely manner to informational requests
• Demonstrates good safety practices and adheres to all District rules, regulations and policies
• Performs other duties as assigned in order to carry out functions of the position

Terms of Employment

Library Media Clerks will be employed for nine-month positions. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Independence School District Performance-Based Evaluation.