Stafford County Public Schools is hiring: Library Assistant - 202...
Stafford County Public Schools - Fredericksburg, VA, United States, 22403
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GENERAL PURPOSE
Under the supervision of the building administrator and Library Media Specialist, this position assists in the implementation of the objectives of the school library/media center to enable students and faculty to take advantage of the materials and services available.
Main Job Tasks And Responsibilities
- Performs duties to assure that library media center remains accessible to students and teachers.
- Assists the Librarian in overseeing the general neatness and attractiveness of the library/media center and its displays, including bulletin boards.
- Assists the Librarian with monitoring the patrons of the library and their behavior, and maintains patron and materials database.
- Supports clerical, maintenance, and accounting functions such as shelving books and media, checking in deliveries, ordering, inventory, and processing new materials.
- Performs circulation desk procedures, including checking in/out materials, registering patrons, and collecting fines.
- Assists patrons with reference questions, bibliographic searches, and locating materials.
- Supports the Media Retrieval System and records keeping.
- Provides assistance with AV equipment and technology.
- Supports activities related to library services, such as assisting with programs, scheduling events, and training staff and volunteers.
- Works with individuals and groups in the library/media center to carry out instructional plans.
- Supports the core values of Stafford County Public Schools.
- Engages in professional development, responds to requests, maintains appearance, and complies with policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education And Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- One (1) year of related work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Knowledge of library organization systems, such as Dewey Decimal.
- Initiative and flexibility.
- Ability to work under supervision, independently, and as part of a team.
- Ability to meet deadlines and maintain enthusiasm and quality of work.
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements
- Primarily indoor work with moderate noise and temperature control.
- Light physical effort, up to 20 pounds lifting.
- Physical and mental abilities include standing, sitting, repetitive hand movements, visual and auditory perception, communication, and decision-making.