Elementary Library Media Specialist

Job Title Plans, coordinates, implements and administers the School Media Center's educational media and technology programs; directs and supervises the activities of media center support staff. Provides instruction and training to faculty, staff, students and patrons in the use and appropriate application of automated learning resources materials, search tools, and equipment. Maintains and updates written goals, objectives, policies, and procedures supporting both the educational objectives of the School Board and Virginia Standards of Learning as they relate to the media program. Participates in the development, and implementation of policies and programs related to information access and the growth and acquisition of library collections. Performs various records maintenance and recording tasks for each functional area, e.g., database maintenance, reference systems, inter-library loan program, circulation desk. Maintains library collections in various formats, e.g., books, reference systems, periodicals, serial publications, documents, audiovisual materials (tapes, microfilm, microfiche), databases. Assists faculty, staff and students in locating and acquiring requested materials in both electronic and hard-copy formats; provides information to faculty, staff and students regarding library activities, facilities, policies, procedures, and services; serves as a resource consultant on lesson planning curriculum development. Ensures a safe and orderly environment conducive to inquiry, research, study, and personal use by students and staff. Performs related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Skill in understanding and following written and oral instructions. Ability to effectively supervise a staff comprised of entry level employees engaged in carrying out Library/Media Center functions. Skill in effectively instructing a diverse group comprised of students of varying academic levels, instructors and faculty members. Thorough knowledge of copyright laws and regulations regarding permissible use of materials. Thorough knowledge of business English and spelling; knowledge of basic math. Skill in clearly communicating information both verbally and in writing. Ability to perform routine typing and basic computer operations, i.e., data entry, word processing and records retrieval. Ability to access, operate and maintain various software applications; ability to read, update and maintain various records and files. Ability to operate basic office equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental personnel, instructors and students. Ability to perform duties with a professional and cooperative work ethic; ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to climb, reach, bend, stoop, kneel, sit and stand for long periods of time; walk; lift up to 30 pounds. Ability to perform work in usual office conditions with rare exposure to disagreeable environmental factors, e.g., dust, mold, mildew, cleaning chemicals, mild temperature variations. Ability to work flexible hours necessary for the efficient operation of the department. Thorough knowledge of basic School District work policies and guidelines; knowledge of departmental practices and procedures. Bachelor's Degree in a Library Science discipline or related field; supplemented by one (1) to two (2) years responsible experience in Library/Media services within a similar public educational institution; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Possesses Virginia teaching license with endorsement as a school librarian. Franklin City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Franklin City Schools will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. S.P. Morton Elementary School