Library Media and Communications Specialist

Position: Library Media and Communications Specialist Hours: 8:15 am-3:15 pm; Thursday 8:15 am-4:15 pm, ½ hour lunch break 10 month position follows 217 day calendar Primary Responsibilities The Library Media & Communications Specialist operates the school’s comprehensive library program in addition to directing school-wide communications, branding, and multimedia production. This role combines library skills instruction, collection, digital media production, and the school’s communications into a combined position that supports student learning, faculty collaboration, and visibility. The position requires specialized expertise in literacy instruction, educational technology, multimedia production, and digital communications. Library Media & Communications Specialist is responsible for: Facilitating all aspects of the school library program serving students from Pre-K through 8th Grade. Creating a strategic collection development plan aligned with curriculum goals and student needs. Suggesting budget, selection, acquisition, cataloging, and lifecycle of library materials provided to supervisor. Design and deliver structured instruction in literacy, research skills, media literacy, and digital citizenship. Provide school-wide literacy programming through initiatives such as Book Fairs, World Read Aloud Day, guest reader invitations, and thematic programming. Maintain a dynamic, accessible library environment that supports diverse learners. Relevant presentation of books and materials on a constant basis. Instructional Collaboration & Professional Support Serve as an instructional partner to Principal and educational staff in curriculum planning and resource integration. Provide consultation in literacy resources, research instruction, and educational technology. Curate and manage a digital library resource hub for students, staff, and families. Support differentiated learning needs through targeted resource recommendations. Communications & Brand Management Conduct and create school-wide communications strategy across digital and print platforms providing insight and coverage of school activities and events. Content creation and production for all social media communications, and digital lobby displays with consistent relevance. Develop and maintain cohesive visual branding across all school publications and materials. Design and produce high-quality promotional materials including brochures, flyers, digital graphics, digital correspondences for stakeholders upon request and the annual Spectrum Newsletter/Annual Report. Provide comprehensive media coverage, including photography and videography. Lead video production and post-production editing, ensuring content meets platform specifications and accessibility standards. Direct multimedia projects including all classroom and instructional activities, graduation productions and annual yearbook publication. Maintain media inventory. Assist Technology team as needed. Report issues that may be harmful to the reputation of the school on social media upon research. Coordinate and manage school Picture Day operations. Any Additional duties as assigned not to exceed 5% of duties listed above. Minimum Qualifications New York State Certification as a School Library Media Specialist (or eligibility for certification). Preferred proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and ability to communicate effectively with Deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Experience in library collection development, cataloging systems, and library program management. Demonstrated proficiency in multimedia production, including operation of professional video equipment, photography equipment, lighting, and audio tools. Advanced working knowledge of video editing software and digital publishing platforms. Ability to design and produce professional‑quality print and digital communications materials. Strong organizational, project management, and cross‑department collaboration skills. Ability to meet deadlines and expedite requests in a timely fashion. Willingness to learn new procedures relevant to position and compliancy. Knowledge of social media tools and events upon consistent research that pertains to the school. Reporting Relationship Informational Technology Director Salary Range $66,964.00 - $110,498.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr St. Joseph's School for the Deaf