Library Media Specialist — Digital Learning Hub (Temp)

HERMISTON SD 8; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 51,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Hermiston SD 8 is seeking a temporary Library Media Specialist at the Secondary Level (Grade 6-12) in Hermiston, Oregon. The role supports digital literacy, independent learning, and equitable access to information; overseeing the media center and assisting staff and students with digital and print resources.

Under the building principal's direction, this position manages operations, collaborates with teachers, maintains collections, and promotes literacy, research skills, and responsible use of

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Oregon teaching license.
• Must hold or be actively working toward a Library Media Endorsement (LME) recognized by the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC).
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Library Science, or a related field required; Master’s degree in Library and Information Science preferred.
• Experience working with K–12 students in an educational or library setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in educational technology, digital tools, and information literacy practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, students, and families to support instructional and enrichment needs.
• Competence in managing digital and physical collections, using library management systems, and supporting research and inquiry-based learning.
• Capacity to lift and move materials up to 30 pounds and perform duties involving extended periods of standing or walking.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the Media & Learning Center, including the physical and digital collection, student use, and scheduling.
• Support students and staff in the effective and ethical use of digital tools, databases, online learning platforms, and emerging technologies.
• Assist with digital citizenship, information literacy, and research instruction.
• Maintain and troubleshoot multimedia equipment, including video cameras, audio equipment, tablets, interactive displays, and classroom presentation tools.
• Provide technical and instructional support for digital projects, presentations, and collaborative workspaces.
• Supervise media center assistants and student aides.
• Curate and maintain an inclusive collection of print and digital materials aligned to curriculum needs and student interests.
• Collaborate with teachers to identify, organize, and prepare materials that enhance instruction across content areas.
• Monitor student activity in the center, modeling and promoting positive behaviors that support a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Create engaging, relevant, and timely displays to highlight student work, celebrate authors, and promote literacy and exploration.
• Maintain accurate circulation and inventory records using a library management system.
• Assist students in locating, evaluating, and citing sources across print and digital platforms.
• Coordinate flexible space usage to support instruction, group work, maker activities, and presentations.
• Support staff in using learning tools such as Google Workspace, Canvas, Canva, and multimedia creation apps.
• Facilitate access to instructional media including ebooks, audiobooks, and streaming content.
• Develop routines and procedures for smooth operation and scheduling of the center.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the center’s annual budget and purchasing materials or resources as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all district, state, and federal policies.

Skills

Digital literacy

Educational technology

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree in Library and Information Science

Library Media Endorsement (LME)

Tools

Library Management Systems

Google Workspace

Canvas

Canva

Job description

Hermiston SD 8 is seeking a temporary Library Media Specialist at the Secondary Level (Grade 6-12) in Hermiston, Oregon. The role supports digital literacy, independent learning, and equitable access to information; overseeing the media center and assisting staff and students with digital and print resources.

Under the building principal's direction, this position manages operations, collaborates with teachers, maintains collections, and promotes literacy, research skills, and responsible use of