Secondary Library Media Center Aide

Anchorage School District; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Anchorage School District (POLARIS K-12 SCHOOL) seeks a Secondary Library Media Assistant to support patrons, shelve materials, and maintain the library collection. This 9-month, part-time role (0.6875 FTE) works 5.5 hours daily with a starting pay in the T-9 range, DOE.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and confidentiality, and the ability to work professionally with staff, students, and the public.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or current enrollment in GED program.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and inspire confidence and cooperation of staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain a professional relationship with staff, parents, students, administrators, and the public.
• Knowledge of first aid.
• Courses in library science.
• Knowledge of clerical practices, procedures, office machines, and filing systems.
• Ability to operate computers, both Macintosh and Windows.
• Knowledge of library related software (SIRSI, Workflows, Webcat) and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to type accurately and perform clerical tasks with speed and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a neat media center and ensure materials are accessible.
• Assist patrons with reference inquiries and access to information.
• Maintain inventory of media center collection and equipment.
• Operate the library network and software systems.
• Shelve books and update shelf lists for accession and deaccession.
• Operate office machines and instructional technology equipment.
• Prepare correspondence, bulletins, and reports from rough drafts.
• Monitor equipment scheduling, condition, and security.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Computer Skills

Macintosh & Windows

Library Software

Microsoft Office

First Aid

Confidentiality

Education

HS Diploma / GED

GED enrollment

Tools

Macintosh

Windows

Job description

The Anchorage School District (POLARIS K-12 SCHOOL) seeks a Secondary Library Media Assistant to support patrons, shelve materials, and maintain the library collection. This 9-month, part-time role (0.6875 FTE) works 5.5 hours daily with a starting pay in the T-9 range, DOE.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and confidentiality, and the ability to work professionally with staff, students, and the public.