Springfield Grades K-12 Library Clerk

Sylvania; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Grades K-12 Library Clerk for multiple locations with 6.5 hours per day. The role manages daily logistics of the school library media center, maintains print/non-print collections, and assists students and staff with materials and equipment.

You will compile reports, coordinate displays, supervise student workers and volunteers, and participate in training to improve skills. A high school diploma and experience with a library environment are preferred; the position supports

Qualifications

• Record of good attendance and strong work ethic.
• Evidence of good moral character as specified.
• Experience working with elementary school age children and adults.
• Accurate keyboarding and data entry skills.
• Working knowledge of Windows operating system.
• Working knowledge of internet applications or willingness to learn.
• Working knowledge of an automated library circulation/cataloging system.
• High school diploma.
• Formal or informal training as a media center library clerk preferred.
• Basic bookkeeping skills.
• Working knowledge Dewey Decimal Classification System.
• Ability to promote books, multi-media and literature to children and adults.
• Ability to lift and shelve books and materials up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrates ability to locate and secure resource materials for classroom instruction.
• Prior related work experience required and above average evaluations.
• Willingness to participate in future training.
• Willingness to follow assigned work schedule.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and precautions for work environment.
• Experience working with a culturally diverse student population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the library’s print and non-print collection.
• Maintain and keep up-to-date electronic card catalog by adding new entries and withdrawing entries as necessary.
• Assist students and staff with the location and use of materials and equipment.
• Communicate with staff, students, administrators and parents regarding the library program and invite their involvement.
• Compile collection reports and statistics for usage and circulation as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with staff to produce seasonal and topical centers and displays.
• Oversee student workers and parent volunteer workers.
• Complete a library inventory per district schedule.
• Compile and order recommended book, magazine, no-print and supply orders.
• Keep accurate records as directed by media center coordinator.
• Collaborate with parent clubs to coordinate book fairs.
• Assist with reading incentive programs (i.e. storytelling, birthday book club, contests, etc.)
• Participate in training opportunities to increase skills and knowledge.
• Communicates as needed with all staff to ensure a team approach to problem solving.
• Helps maintain safety and security in the buildings.
• Accesses and responds to electronic communication daily.

Skills

Record of good attendance

Good moral character

Experience with elementary students

Keyboarding and data entry

Windows OS knowledge

Internet applications knowledge

Automated library system

Dewey Decimal system knowledge

Promote books and literacy

Lift and shelve up to 50 pounds

Resource materials for instruction

Diverse student population experience

Willingness to participate in training

Willingness to follow schedule

Knowledge of safety regulations

Education

High school diploma

Library clerk training preferred

Basic bookkeeping skills

Job description

Title

Grades K-12 Library Clerk (Multiple Locations) (6.5 Hours-Daily start times will vary)

Reports To

Building Principal, Assistant Superintendent, Superintendent

Employment Status

9 Month

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Qualifications

• Record of good attendance and strong work ethic.


• Evidence of good moral character as established in section 3301-20-03 of the Ohio Administrative Code.


• Successful experience working with elementary school age children and adults.


• Technological qualifications:




• Accurate keyboarding and data entry skills.


• Working knowledge of windows computer operating system.


• Working knowledge of internet applications or willingness to learn.


• Working knowledge of an automated library circulation/cataloging system.




• High school diploma.


• Formal or informal training as a media center library clerk preferred.


• Basic bookkeeping skills.


• Working knowledge Dewey Decimal Classification System.


• Ability to promote books, multi-media and literature to children and adults.


• Ability to lift and shelve books and materials up to 50 pounds.


• Demonstrates ability to locate and secure resource materials for classroom instruction.


• Prior related work experience required and above average evaluations.


• Willingness to participate in future training.


• Willingness to follow assigned work schedule.


• Knowledge of safety regulations and precautions for work environment.


• Experience working with a culturally diverse student population preferred.


• Alternatives to the above qualifications that the Board of Education may find appropriate.

General Description

Responsible for and manages the daily logistics of operating the school library media center and promote literacy throughout the school community.

Essential Functions

• Maintain the library’s print and non-print collection.


• Maintain and keep up-to-date electronic card catalog by adding new entries and withdrawing entries as necessary.


• Assist students and staff with the location and use of materials and equipment.


• Communicate with staff, students, administrators and parents regarding the library program and invite their involvement.


• Compile collection reports and statistics for usage and circulation as necessary.


• Work collaboratively with staff to produce seasonal and topical centers and displays.


• Oversee student workers and parent volunteer workers.


• Complete a library inventory per district schedule.


• Compile and order recommended book, magazine, no-print and supply orders.


• Keep accurate records as directed by media center coordinator.


• Collaborate with parent clubs to coordinate book fairs.


• Assist with reading incentive programs (i.e. storytelling, birthday book club, contests, etc.)


• Participate in training opportunities to increase skills and knowledge.


• Communicates as needed with all staff to ensure a team approach to problem solving.


• Helps maintain safety and security in the buildings.


• Accesses and responds to electronic communication (i.e., website, email, voice mail,etc.) daily.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as responsible citizens.


• Helps instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.


• Remains compliant with district policies regarding alcohol and substance use/abuse. (ie: PO 4122.01 and PO 4170)


• Accesses online verification system to clock-in and out of work each day.


• Reports absence or change in shift into online reporting system.


• Conducts all work in a safe and responsible manner.


• Maintains confidentiality of records.


• Conducts other duties related to the library as assigned by the library media specialist, building principal and/or designee.

Additional Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue.


• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions.


• Occasional interaction among unruly children.


• Repetitive hand motion (e.g. computer keyboard lifting and shelving books and materials).


• Frequent interruptions of duties by students, visitors, staff and/or telephone.


• Repetitive bending of knees and back and overhead arm reaching.


• Occasional heavy lifting.

Title: Library Clerk

This job description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the position incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor, appointing authority, or designee.