Library Technician

Library Technician

The Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency.

The Library Technician reports to the building Librarian; this is a part-time position that provides assistance in the school library shelving books. Responsibilities may include data entry and record keeping; providing library user services, and assisting students, staff, parents, administrators, and the public to promote positive public relations for the school.

This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in consultation with the employee(s) involved. Duties may vary from position-to-position or school-to-school based on the employee(s) specific assignment.

• May enter, update, and maintain data in computerized systems, such as Destiny.
• Arranges and maintains hard copy files, books, and other materials. May provide secretarial support to the librarians.
• May maintain copiers and other office equipment; may assist in instructing individual students and staff in the use of equipment and computer software; may troubleshoot problems with equipment and may schedule service as necessary.
• May assists in monitoring student behavior by modeling appropriate and correcting inappropriate behavior under building guidelines; refers disciplinary infractions to the designated librarian, counselor or building administrator for disciplinary action.
• May assist in the supervision of student assistants and adult volunteers.

Reports to Building Administrator.

Works in a school setting and office environment; frequent interruptions; daily exposure to visual display terminal; may be required to sit or stand for prolonged periods; requires dexterity; requires ability to lift or carry up to 30 lbs; occasionally deals with parents, students or staff in conflict situations.

Education and Experience: High school graduation or equivalent with two or more years of office experience involving computer skills; experience working with adolescents and the public; school district work experience preferred.

Training in computer operation, secretarial procedures, data entry and/or customer service may substitute on a month-to-month basis for one year of required office experience.

Knowledge of general secretarial procedures and library practices; knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and English usage; keyboarding skills at 50 words per minute; ability to operate office equipment and computers; ability to maintain confidential information and records; ability to organize and set priorities; ability to work independently with minimal supervision; ability to read, speak, write, and compute effectively; ability to exercise independent judgment, remain flexible, and work effectively under pressure; ability to monitor and correct student behavior as necessary; ability to interact with adolescents and parents in a warm, caring, and confident manner; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.

Salary is based upon the current 2025-26 NEOPA Salary Schedule Salary (Level F), 2026-27 School Year Salary Placement is under review; placement on the salary schedule will be determined by Human Resources DOE. FLSA Non-Exempt. Steps 10, 12, and 15 are longevity steps.

Work Year: 195 days per year, 4.0 hours per day.

Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Northshore School Board.

If you are current NEOPA member, ensure you are applying as an Internal Employee.