Master Of Library Science Jobs in Everett, WA (NOW HIRING)

The job of Library Assistant II is done for the purpose of providing supplemental assistance to the students and other users of the library resources; assisting the librarian with daily operations of the library sites; identifying age appropriate resources for students and teachers utilizing on-line and library resources; and serving as a resource to distribute, explain and/or operate library media equipment.

• Assists teachers, students, and/or administrators (e.g. books, on-line sites, etc.) for the purpose of identifying resource materials for use in classroom and/or class assignments.
• Assists the librarian in the operation of the library (e.g. opening/closing, checking in/out materials, scheduling use of equipment, shelving books, tracking overdue books, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the library is run productively.
• Assists in training and supervising student assistants (TAs) (i.e., assists in grading and evaluating performance and assigning tasks such as unpacking books, shelving books, checking in/out books, etc.) for the purpose of helping the TAs understand library procedures and ensuring correct maintenance of the library resources.
• Evaluates books and/or periodicals for retention within collection (e.g. repairing damaged books, recommending retirement of books and/or periodicals, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of up-to-date books and library materials.
• Inventories equipment and materials for the purpose of documenting losses and/or maintaining availability of materials.
• Maintains materials inventory (e.g. library books, library hardware/software, media equipment and related instructional materials, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials as required.
• Monitors student activities for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment conducive to learning.
• Orders and maintains supplies and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability as needed.
• Prepares computerized and manual reports (e.g. collection statistics, scheduling reports/requests, renewal information, overdue lists, textbook orders, fines, costs, etc.) for the purpose of providing documentation and information to others.
• Prepares media equipment for use by a variety of parties and/or functions (e.g. trainings, meetings, conferences, assemblies, play, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of working equipment in a timely manner for all appropriate situations.
• Processes library books, periodicals, software, and related media materials (e.g. logging into master files; bar-coding, shelving, producing required reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing students and staff with required materials.
• Performs acquisitions functions and procures instructional materials and supplies for the purpose of providing school sites with instructional resources for students when assigned.
• Provides guidance to students (e.g. through questioning interests, focus, hobbies, etc.) for the purpose of helping the student enjoy the knowledge and pleasure of reading.
• Repairs books and materials for the purpose of ensuring the availability of books and library materials.
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff, and/or parents (e.g. availability of books, finding appropriate reference documents, inquiries about accessing on-line databases, use of audio-visual equipment and cameras, book fines, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction as required.

Other functions include attending meetings as assigned and performing related duties consistent with the scope of the position.

Reporting relationships include reporting to the School Librarian and being evaluated by the School Principal, or his/her designee. This position cannot be used to replace a school's need for a full-time Librarian.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required include performing multiple, non-technical tasks, operating standard office equipment, reading technical information, solving practical problems, and establishing effective working relationships.

Responsibilities include working under direct supervision, leading and coordinating others, and operating within a defined budget.

The working environment requires occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and some fine finger dexterity. The job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent and completion of general computer courses in word processing, spreadsheets, desktop publishing and presentations.

Years of relevant experience: At least two (2) years of work experience in a library setting with increasing levels of responsibility to include keyboarding and using computerized cataloging and/or inventory system, records maintenance, and setting up and using audio-visual equipment.

Substitution: Applicable qualifying work experience in a classroom utilizing a variety of computer software programs or inventory control in a computerized system may substitute for the library work experience on a month-for-month basis.

Desirable: An Associate degree or equivalent.

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