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Phoenix-Talent School District #4 is seeking applications for the position of:

TITLE:  MEDIA MANAGER - PHOENIX HIGH SCHOOL

REPORTS TO:  BUILDING ADMINISTRATORS

CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

Individuals wishing to apply for this position should submit a completed application and resume by going to Online Application Portal .  If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@phoenix.k12.or.us

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This 8-hour/day, 195-day/year position begins October 1, 2026, with the possibility of paid training days prior to the official start date.

COMPENSATION & BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS:

• 195-day per year contract
• 6 paid holidays per year
• $19.70 to $24.95 per hour, depending on experience.
• Family medical & pharmacy, dental and vision insurance
• HSA options
• Life insurance/AD&D employer paid
• Flex spending accounts for medical and day care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick leave, Personal leave, and Family leave
• PTS #4 pays the employee's share (6%) of the Public Employees Retirement System Contribution
• Optional supplemental TSA retirement plans available (403b and 457b)

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position assists in managing a library collection and performs a variety of media center clerical and paraprofessional duties including working with groups of students in developing research and media skills in an elementary, middle or high school setting.

The ideal candidate has experience in a school environment with office clerical and administrative assistant duties. The ideal candidate has an upbeat and collaborative approach, great organizational skills and the ability to work well with interdepartmental teams and individuals.

This position requires a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment for all students. The successful candidate will demonstrate a dedication to ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed, recognizing and addressing barriers to academic achievement.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

The following is a list of all essential functions that the individual who holds the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.

Depending upon individual school needs and level, the school Media Manager performs all or a combination of several of the following duties as needed:

• Knows and uses the Dewey Decimal System.
• Catalogs books and new equipment.
• Maintain books and media materials in proper order and condition.
• Operate media center computer software and hardware.
• Monitor budget and utilize purchase order system for new inventory and supplies.
• Prepare library reports, monthly reports and inventory.
• Processes check-ins and check-outs of books, periodicals, and reference materials and audio-visual (A/V) equipment to staff and students before, during and after school.
• Maintains circulation records for library books, reference materials, periodicals and/or textbook depository.
• Organize and moderate testing schedules for I-ready testing throughout the year and SBAC testing annually.
• Maintain all chromebook records including:  distribution, collection, maintenance, repair and replacements.
• Organizes and coordinates set-up of special events in the library such as book fairs and other fundraising events.
• Inventories, orders and stocks library supplies, books and magazines.
• Maintains current records, tracks overdue and lost books, creates accounts for patrons and manages student library cards.
• Performs general office duties including answering phones, directing calls and taking messages as appropriate, greeting the public, typing, copying, filing, sorting materials, and general correspondence.
• Assists students with reference work, selection of books, online reference searches.
• Assist in providing instruction at all grade levels.
• Use effective supervision when working with students.
• Works with students in groups or individually assisting in the development of media skills using a variety of interactive ways.
• Reads to students.
• Assisting and facilitating Senior Projects.
• Facilitation of Senior Checkout.
• Resolve or manage student conflicts.
• Complies with applicable District, state, local and federal laws, rules, regulations.
• Follows and maintains knowledge of applicable District policies and procedures.
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, administrators, and parents/guardians and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
• Communicates clearly with coworkers and other staff.
• Dress professionally for the position.
• Attends work daily as assigned and is punctual.
• Additional duties may be assigned as the needs of the District are determined.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates ability to recognize and adjust to new or changing conditions and situations.
• Accomplishes assigned tasks in an accurate, efficient and timely manner.
• Operates general office equipment in an efficient manner.
• Uses good judgment when carrying out tasks.
• Uses initiative in job related tasks.
• Makes appropriate decisions at the proper level of responsibility.
• Performs required physical tasks.
• Maintains confidentiality and loyalty to the organization.
• Actively strives for job related self-improvement.
• Follow safety procedures.
• Establishes positive interpersonal relationships.
• Maintains an open, constructive and communicative attitude.
• Completes Vector Solutions training courses as required.
• Mandatory reporter for suspected child abuse to the Child Welfare Office or a law  enforcement agency as obligated by law. If you suspect a known child in the district is being  abused, you must also report it to your supervisor. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

All employees of Phoenix-Talent Schools have responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and have the required knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and /or Experience:  Two years of college or successful completion of the WorkKeys exam or other comparable skills evaluation. College courses in education and/or child development are highly desirable. Previous experience working with students is highly desirable. Possesses demonstrated word processing and clerical skills.

Interpersonal Skills:  Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with other staff and stakeholders, including those from diverse language and cultural backgrounds. Ability to respond effectively with calm, tact and sound judgment in stressful situations.  Excellent customer service skills. Focuses on solving conflict, maintains confidentiality, listens to others without interrupting, keeps emotions under control, remains open to others' ideas, and contributes to building a positive team spirit.  Ability to respond verbally and in writing to common inquiries or complaints from students and parents.  

Language Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information to parents, students, administrators and school staff. Preference may be given to applicants who are also fluent in verbal and written Spanish.

Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.

Reasoning Ability: Excellent attention to detail.  Ability to exercise discretion in confidential and sensitive matters. Ability to read and analyze documents such as attendance and enrollment reports , instructions and governmental regulations and/or laws  Ability to solve practice problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Computer Skills:  Proficient computer skills with efficient data entry.  General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use database software, internet software, e-mail, spreadsheets and word processing software. Word processes, with accuracy, at least 45 words per minute.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as work effectively in a team setting. Flexibility and adaptability to changing situations, priorities and workloads, multitasking and critical thinking skills. Excellent organizational, time management, project management and problem solving skills.  Ability and willingness to maintain a positive work environment, and establish positive work relationships with all district staff. Ability to maintain competency in all position responsibilities. 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:  Certificates as determined by the District including valid first aid/CPR card and bloodborne pathogen training.

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; stand; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision.   

Mental Demands: 

Ability to reason logically and make sound decisions, to consider alternative and diverse perspectives, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust. Ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations. Ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems. Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, including the ability to perform multiple duties from multiple sources. Ability to work and sustain attention during distractions and/or interruptions. Ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including staff, students and families. Ability to deal with people under adverse circumstances. Ability to work as an integral part of a team. Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality. Ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to complete assigned tasks without direct supervision. Ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions. Ability to perform under stress and/or in emergencies. Ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines, or productivity quotas.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

This job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; disagreeable elements are generally absent during normal performance of the job.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.  The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate although occasionally may be high. Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, dirt, heat, vibration, cold and water may occur.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job.  This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment.  The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of the job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

All applicants will be considered carefully. Those candidates selected for interviews will be notified shortly after the closing date.  Applicants are asked not to call for interviews.  All applicants will be notified when the position is filled.

Phoenix-Talent School District #4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in accordance with Federal and State Legislation, does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, or marital status, physical or mental disability in employment practices or education programs.  If you need special accommodations because of a disability, please contact the personnel office at 535-1517 Voice/TDD.

Any offer of employment made by Phoenix-Talent Schools is contingent upon satisfactory results of criminal history verification- a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.