Library Media/Information Specialist- PCN

Putnam City North High School; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Putnam City North High School invites applications for a Library Media/Information Specialist. The role focuses on building a robust library media program, coordinating with teachers to integrate diverse resources, and supporting student information literacy across the curriculum.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies (preferred) and an Oklahoma School Library Media Specialist certification, with a strong emphasis on leadership, organization, and

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Library and Information Studies preferred.
• Current Oklahoma School Library Media Specialist certification.
• Has highly developed interpersonal, group, communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Systematically develop a collection of physical and digital resources to support curriculum.
• Create an inviting library atmosphere encouraging use by students and staff.
• Maintain an accurate account of library holdings.
• Assist teachers and students in meeting curriculum goals.
• Plan collaboratively with teachers to teach research and information evaluation.
• Work with departments to align library services with 21st century needs.
• Lead the effective use of media and technology in the library program.
• Provide instruction on using technology to access information resources.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Library and Information Studies (preferred)

Job description

Library Media/Information Specialist- PCN

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Job Details

Job ID: 5934029

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Information Specialist

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Library and Information Studies preferred.
• Current Oklahoma School Library Media Specialist certification.
• Possesses highly developed interpersonal, group, communication and organizational skills.

Reports to: Site principal; may also consult the Director of Instructional Technology

Job Goals:

• Develops an effective library media program in support of the school’s mission that provides access to information resources, and instruction for all students and staff.
• Coordinates with teachers to provide learning experiences that utilize a wide variety of resources to assist with student mastery of subject and grade-level standards.
• Integrates information and technology skills that meet the objectives of the school’s curriculum.
• Manages and takes responsibility for the care, development and use of the library media center, its physical and digital resources to maximize the school library media program’s effectiveness.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Systematically develops a collection of physical and digital resources that support the school’s curriculum goals through appropriate evaluation, selection and requisition procedures.
• Creates an open and inviting atmosphere encouraging students and staff to access the library media center and its resources.
• Maintains an accurate and current account of the library media center’s holdings.
• Assists teachers and students in meeting curriculum goals.
• Plans collaboratively with teachers to instruct students on the research, information seeking, and information evaluating components of the curriculum.
• Works collaboratively with department and grade-levels to develop curriculum that addresses the information needs of 21 st century students.
• Serves as a resource to administrators, teachers, students and the community on issues regarding copyright and intellectual freedom.
• Educates students and staff regarding laws and district policies about the use and sharing of copyrighted works and intellectual property.
• Takes a leadership role in promoting the effective use of media and technology.
• Provides instruction for students concerning the use of technology to access and use information resources available inside and outside the library media center.
• Provides instruction for teachers concerning the use of technology to access and use information inside the classroom.
• Provides instruction on skills students need to be critical consumers of media.
• Takes steps through a variety of methods to motivate students and teachers to read for pleasure and continued learning.
• Administers the budget for library media resources.
• Supervises library media assistants and volunteers in the performance of their duties.
• Promotes the library media program through ongoing communication with administrators, teachers, students and patrons.
• Stays current with professional library and education trends.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned to benefit the library media program.

Terms of Employment: Nine months.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Certified Personnel.

Position Type: Full-Time