Library Technician Assistant Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

POSITION: Library Technician
HOURS: 7.5 hours per day
BUILDING: Scenic Middle School
CALENDAR: 184 days per year (August - June)
 

• COMPENSATION and BENEFITS:
• $18.80 - $22,60 depending upon approved accepted experience
• Longevity pay after completion of 6 years of employment
• Annual COLA pay increase (as negotiated with Oregon School Employees Association)
• Annual step pay increase awarded to eligible employees
• 8 paid holidays annually
• 10 paid sick leave days per year
• 2 paid personal leave days per year
• 5 paid bereavement leave days per year, per occurrence
• Up to $2,193. per month district-paid contribution toward full-family medical, dental and vision insurance (for full-time employees)
• $500. per month opt-out stipend for employees who demonstrate other health insurance coverage under a qualifying employer sponsored group medical plan (for full-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 6% district-paid contribution towards Oregon Public Employees Retirement System
• $60. per month employer match into a tax sheltered annuity when employee contributes $35. per month

LIBRARY TECH
Purpose: The Library Tech supports student engagement with the school library by overseeing the facility's daily operations and guiding students in the proper utilization of its resources.
Reports to: Principal or Assistant Principal
Indirectly Reports to:  District Media Specialist
Nature of Work:  The Library Tech works independently following standardized routines under general supervision. The nature of the work requires adherence to policies, procedures, and regulations. This job requires frequent interaction both with students and the general public and as such requires a high level of professional decorum as well as the ability to act as a role model for young people.
Supervision Exercised: No direct supervision exercised.
Interface: Primarily interfaces with students, administrators, teachers, non-licensed school staff and visitors.
Essential Job Functions:

1. Oversees the daily operations of the school library.
2. Manages the library's collection, including inventory, purchasing, processing new book orders, repair of damaged materials, shelving and general organization.
3. Provides information to student groups related to basic library skills and procedures under the direction of the District Media Specialist, including computerized research techniques, book catalog searches and locating volumes on shelves
4. Supervises groups of students during designated library periods.
5. Oversees library circulation, including checking out materials to students and teachers, sorting and shelving returns, and utilizing computerized catalog system.
6. Maintains the library collection and facility in a neat and organized manner.
7. Assists students in identifying and selecting age-appropriate reading materials.
8. Assists students in identifying and locating information in the library.
9. Provides basic library assistance to visitors.
10. Promotes the use of the library and the skill and love of reading.Coordinates library programming, including delivering and organizing book talks and overseeing school book fairs.
11. Proctors students' statewide assessments and assists in the logistical management.
12. Maintains effective and respectful working relationships with staff and students.

 
The statements contained above reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may at times perform other duties as assigned which could include work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
Required Qualifications:

1. Must possess an associate's degree from an accredited institution.
2. Must pass a criminal background check.
3. Must be able to read, write, understand and follow multi-step written and verbal instructions in English.

 
Working Conditions:
The Library Tech works primarily indoors in a school environment. The position requires regular work at a computer, as well as the ability to write, hear and speak. The incumbent must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, kneel, reach and lift up to 50 pounds. Potential exposures may include blood-borne pathogens and sick, injured or agitated students. The position requires high levels of interaction with children from diverse backgrounds, many of whom experience behavior, academic, or physiological challenges.
Work Year: Approximately 183 Days
Bargaining Unit:  OSEA
FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt
Date Approved:  tbd
Date Revised:  June 27, 2017
The Central Point School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of the Central Point School District that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, age, veterans' status, genetic information or disability in any educational programs, activities or employment.