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Shawnee Public Schools

Library Media Specialist

Shawnee, OK · On-site

$40K - $53K/yr

Library Media Specialist Reports To: Principal and Coordinator, Communications & Library Services Site: Jefferson Elementary Qualifications Credentials: None Education: Master's degree and State ...

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To thrive as a Librarian, you typically need a Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS), strong research skills, and organizational abilities. Familiarity with library management systems, digital archives, and cataloguing tools like MARC or Dewey Decimal Classification is essential. Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills help librarians engage diverse patrons and collaborate with colleagues. These competencies ensure effective resource management, support lifelong learning, and enhance community access to information.

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SOKC - Library Associate - Children's Services Dept. (Salary)

Oklahoma City, OK • On-site

PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM
Libraries and Archives • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Full time position, 40 hrs/wk. (Grade 16, Base). Must be available to work a flexible schedule which will include evenings and weekends, in addition up to two weeks of “Mandatory New Hire Orientation & Training” located at the Administrative Offices in Norman.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides high-level customer service to Pioneer Library System customers including children’s services, reference, reader’s advisory, children’s programming and outreach; has working knowledge in the operation of computers and standard office software products. Works under the direction of the Children’s Services Manager; performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or experience:

  • Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university;
  • Three years relevant experience;
  • Experience working with children or early childhood education preferred;
  • Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred;
  • Equivalent combination of technical training, education and/or experience may be considered;
  • Valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Understands and performs basic functions and tasks of common software programs and email applications;
  • Uses and helps others use basic computer hardware;
  • Knowledge of library policies and procedures;
  • Knowledge of library circulation practices and procedures, children’s books, child development and education techniques as well as reader’s advisory and reference services and functions;
  • Demonstrated ability in working with children and children’s programming;
  • Skills in working with public, public speaking and conducting/assisting with story times and other library programs;
  • Strong skills in written and spoken business communications;
  • Working knowledge in the operation of computers, office machines, and standard office software products; electronic resources, internet and database information retrieval;
  • Lift up to 25 lbs; retrieve and replace items from floor level to at least 5 ½ feet in height;
  • Work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends.

APPLICATIONS:

Applications accepted August 14 through August 24, 2026. Résumé alone is not sufficient; completed online application form is required.

Pioneer Library System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All employees and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious belief, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by the law.

Pioneer Library System will make all reasonable accommodations in the application and employment processes. If you need a reasonable accommodation,
please contact Elissa Fox at 405-801-4506 or by email hr@pioneerlibrarysystem.org.

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