Purpose Statement Library Assistant

The job of Library Aide is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibilities for maintaining the library collections at school sites; identifying age-appropriate resources for students and teachers utilizing library resources; selecting appropriate items in support of classroom instruction; and performing clerical functions related to collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, and inventory of library materials and/or textbooks.

This job reports to the headmaster.

Essential Functions

• Assists teachers, students, and administrators for the purpose of identifying resource materials for use in classroom and/or class assignments.
• Communicates with headmaster the ordering needs for supplies and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability as needed.
• Evaluates books and/or periodicals for retention within collection (e.g. repairing damaged books, recommending retirement of books and/or periodicals, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of books and library materials. 
• Instructs students (e.g. research techniques, use of resources, book club lessons, makerspaces, etc.) for the purpose of improving their success in academics through the use of library media.
• Maintains materials inventory (e.g. library books, library hardware/software, media equipment, makerspaces and related instructional materials, etc.) for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and ensuring the availability of materials when required.
• Monitors student activities for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment conducive to learning.
• Operates a variety of media equipment and applications for the purpose of ensuring implementation of instructional, media, and library support.
• Performs circulation activities (e.g. item check-in and check-out, prepare circulation count, lists of overdue items, inter-library loaning requests, etc.) for the purpose of controlling the use, location and availability of items in the collection.
• Prepares manual and electronic documents and reports (e.g. collection statistics, scheduling reports/requests, renewal information, overdue lists, fines costs, etc.) for the purpose of providing documentation and information to others.
• Processes library books, periodicals, software and related media materials (e.g. bar coding, shelving, producing required reports, Chromebooks, inter-library loan requests, etc.) for the purpose of providing students and staff with required materials.
• Maintains communication and accurate records of materials, fines, and resources.
• Provides minor troubleshooting (e.g. technology support for students and staff, etc.) for library services and 1:1 device support (passwords, Chromebook reset, etc.)
• Repairs books and materials for the purpose of ensuring the availability of books and library materials.
• Supports the repair process for student devices (providing loaners, communicating with LMS/Tech).
• Creates displays and signage in the library to assist in highlighting resources and providing access.
• Participates in unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. 

Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include library practices, and computer and internet operations.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include establishing effective working relationships.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 70% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and in a clean atmosphere.

Experience: Job related experience is desired.

Education: Associates degree or higher.