Media Clerk

Ann Arbor Public Schools; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 23,640,000 - 25,210,000; Part time

Job summary

Ann Arbor Public Schools is seeking a part-time Media Center Assistant to support the school library and media center operations. The role pays $16.50 per hour and reports to the Building Administrator.

Key duties include unpacking and displaying new books and AV materials, ordering for preview, tracking locations with a computer database, and maintaining library records. The candidate will assist staff and students and manage inventory of books and media equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years of library experience preferred.
• Proficiency with common software tools and basic computer operations expected.

Responsibilities

• Unpack and display new books, AV materials, magazines and hardware.
• Order books for preview.
• Track locations of books and maintain computer databases.
• Maintain master card file for books and audio visual equipment.
• Assist staff and students in the media center.
• Assist in cataloging instructional resources.
• Maintain and repair inventory of books.

Skills

Computer literacy

Microsoft Office

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2–4 years library experience

Tools

Word

Excel

FileMaker Pro

Internet

Job description

FTE: 0.5
SALARY: $16.50/hour
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Building Administrator

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The following is a list of qualifications for the position, any one of which may be waived by the Board in exercising its prerogative to determine qualifications.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 – 4 years of library experience

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Unpack and display new books, AV materials, magazines and hardware.
• Order books for preview.
• Track locations of books and maintain a computer database for such.
• Maintain master card file for books and audio visual equipment.
• Send magazines to Media Specialist each month.
• Maintain and use card productions computer program.
• Maintain and use Bibliofile computer program.
• Maintain and repair inventory of books.
• Assist staff and students in media center.
• Reserve electronic equipment and maintain inventory for staff.
• Organize elementary book reviews.
• Process overdue fine reminders.
• Maintain teacher/student patron database.
• Assist in the cataloging of all instructional resources.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Other duties may be assigned.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Write simple correspondence.
• Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to students, staff and parents.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages.
• Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

• Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Operate personal computer at an intermediate level as well as operate various programs, such as Word, Excel, FileMaker Pro and internet.
• Work with media equipment such as video, laminating machine and fax and typewriters.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; repeat the same hand, arm or finger motion to operate computers or laminating machine; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk. The employee must frequently push or pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds such as TV/VCR carts and boxes of books. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to tell differences among colors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this environment is usually quiet.

Ann Arbor Public Schools is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ann Arbor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.