HS- Library Clerk (26-27 SY) Nimitz High School

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

LIBRARY CLERK

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Library Clerk WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

REPORTS TO: Principal PAY GRADE: Salary Schedule 030

(187 Days)

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Assist the librarian with effective management of the library both instructional and clerical. Provide access to a well-organized smoothly functioning library environment in which teachers students and community can take full advantage of the available resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certification:

• Educational Secretary I Paraprofessional Certificate
• High School Diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Proficient skills in basic mathematics or accounting
• Effective organizational communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to operate computer using a variety of basic applications
• Ability to effectively use district programs with reasonable assistance
• Bilingual English/Spanish speaker preferred

Minimum Experience :

• One (1) year clerical/secretarial experience or other equivalent experience or background
• Experience working with children/students or parents

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Supervise the operation ofthe library circulation system following best practice established by thedistrict
2. Manage delivery ofmaterials between campus and Instructional Center
3. Shelve incoming booksmaterials and equipment in order to keep materials available to users
4. Supervise students andassist librarian and teacher to maintain student behavior and maintant anorderly atmosphere
5. Supervise libraryoperation when librarian is teaching in classrooms or at a planningmeeting
6. Provide individualinstruction and assistance in using library resources including computersaudiovisual equipment and databases.
7. Under the director of thelibrarian assist with individual and small group activities
8. Manage daily procedures inrelation to users requests for interlibrary loan of materials betweencampuses
9. Receive and process booksmaterials and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices
10. Maintain records of lostmaterials and prepare parent/teacher notification as needed.
11. Process lost book paymentsand reimbursements according to district guidelines
12. Distribute and dispatchmaterials from/to other library resources including but not limited toInstruction Center other district libraries public library etc.
13. Under the direction of thelibrarian prepare bulletin boards/displays and assist the librarian inpreparing instructional materials
14. Assist in the regularinventory and weeding of the library materials
15. Maintain and repair booksmagazines materials and equipment. Process for repair by districtmaintenance staff as needed
16. Assist librarian inkeeping administrative records and preparing required reports
17. Assist with the trainingof volunteers including student parent and other community members
18. Assist with library eventssuch as book fairs author visits award ceremonies etc.
19. Answer basic technologyrelated questions especially those that are used in the library
20. Participate in staffdevelopment faculty meetings and special duties as required.

EQUIPMENT USED:

Telephone computer/peripherals copier facsimile and other needed equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making. Prolonged use of computer. Moderate to heavy lifting of materials and equipment up to 30 pounds without assistance.

Safety: Perform all duties in a safe and responsible manner. Observe all safety precautions.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training wearing personal protective equipment as required reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve workplace safety.

Required Experience:

IC