Multimedia Production Assistant Jobs in California

Salary: $25.92 - $33.57 Hourly
Location : Walnut Valley Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 516028
Department: CJ Morris ES
Opening Date: 08/04/2026
Closing Date: 8/25/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Description
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
Please review experience and education requirements before applying.
We are accepting applications for Digital Media Specialist. Currently, we have one opening for a 3.75-hour, 10-month employee at CJ. Morris Elementary School. The work hours are 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Monday through Friday. The eligibility list will be used to fill current and future permanent openings and will be certified for six months.
BASIC FUNCTION
Under general supervision of the principal or designee, responsible for processing digital and hard copy materials ordered and cataloged for school libraries and media centers. Maintain library records and inventory of electronic, printed, audiovisual, and multimedia materials and support and assist in computer operations and related electronic systems in school libraries. Responsible for basic maintenance and storage of technological equipment, textbooks, and workbooks. Order, receive, and catalog new materials and assist with proper distribution of obsolete materials and equipment. Oversee school site's internal web page and digital media resources and perform other job-related duties as assigned by principal or designated supervisor.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate workflow while maintaining the school library/media center and multi-media collection
• Participate in the receipt of a wide variety of media for the school library, including electronic, printed, digital, and media systems (CD, DVD, DVR, multimedia, computer carts, and LCD projectors)
• Verify and maintain acquisitions, cataloging information, and distribution records, including processing records into the library database
• Assist in the physical processing of library materials
• Implement a system of distribution of processed items to the library and classrooms as listed above
• Oversee and assist school library inventory and textbook in/out processing
• Train and orient personnel in technical library processing
• Assist with operation of automated circulation and online catalog systems in all school library/media centers
• Demonstrate and train users in current electronic ordering system and internal school web page
• Coordinate related data and data storage with Technology and Data Processing departments
• Maintain library master inventory, including multimedia physical resources
• Order supplies
• May install software upgrades for library and multimedia curriculum
• Correlate technology and student information system with library and multimedia curriculum
• Provide information on media and equipment to library and school site staff, including title and/or product searches, ordering information, and technology-related data
• Maintain financial/accounting records from purchases and book replacement fees
• Assist with discarding obsolete materials and textbooks, including personal computers, library books, and projectors
• Receive, unbox, organize, and distribute student materials at start of school year
• May take lead role in school-wide book fair
• May establish schedule of volunteer workers, including parents and students
• May organize library lesson plans, activities, and read-alouds
• Check-in/out books to students and staff, including shelving and reshelving books
• Monitor and send communications regarding overdue materials, including collecting, recording, and processing fines for lost or damaged materials
• Research books for book orders determined by budget, need, requests, interest, and inclusivity for a diverse library collection
• Participate in professional development opportunities offered by the department, school site, and District that are held during employee's work hours and work year
• May participate in professional development opportunities outside employee's work hours and work year
• Attend meetings related to the assignment
• Perform related duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS - QUALIFICATIONS
Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
Skill to:

• Operate a variety of personal computers and related library equipment and technology, multimedia equipment, and hardware
• Understand and carry out oral and written directives with minimal supervision
• Make mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy
• Use different classification systems, relational database systems and related tools, and appropriate library software
• Maintain appropriate records and prepare complete and concise reports
• Operate basic computers, program software, and electronic devices

Knowledge of:

• Library terminology and standard practices, including familiarity with the use of library cataloging systems and cataloging tools
• Technology and computer software applications relative to multi-media processing, circulation, cataloging, record keeping, and other office functions
• Clerical techniques and procedures in record keeping, inventory, and related courseware
• Methods and practices of purchasing and receiving inventory
• English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and letter and report writing
• Equity, access, and inclusion practices as it relates to all program participants

Ability to:

• Process a wide variety of school library and multimedia materials
• Stop, pick up, and resume tasks
• Assist staff and others in the operation of library-related technology systems
• Use initiative and judgment in solving problems
• Plan, organize and coordinate the work of other employees and/or students
• Read, understand, and follow laws, rules, regulations, processes, policies, and methods of the office, the District, and the State of California
• Learn and use technology and computer software applications as appropriate to the work environment
• Maintain accurate and neat records and reports
• Learn, plan, formulate, and execute federal, state, District, and departmental policies, procedures and directives in accordance with assigned duties
• Use an alpha/numeric keyboard and standard office equipment, including devices and related courseware such as computers, printers, CD towers, LUD projectors, lap-top carts, SMART T.V.'s, etc., effectively with a reasonable rate of speed and accuracy
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with students, staff, parents, and community members
• Communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and in writing
• Perform under demanding and varied work schedules with ability to remain flexible and focused during interruptions and distractions
• Skillfully handle difficult situations using good judgment
• Promote team building and a positive work environment
• Adapt easily to work assignments, additional priorities, and new procedures
• Receive constructive criticism and modify work appropriately
• Demonstrate cultural competence and responsiveness in interactions and decision making
• Efficiently use and manage time; meet communicated deadlines

Typical Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and skills may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:
Experience:
One (1) year of experience working with children in a library, licensed school-age program, or other educational setting. In addition, one (1) year of experience in a clerical capacity to include experience working with computer applications and related multimedia technology, is required.
Education:
Completion of an Associate of Arts Degree or its equivalent.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Persons performing service in this position classification will be expected to perform medium work, which involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary and light work. (Per the Code of Federal Regulations - Section 404.1567 "Physical Exertion Requirements")
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects of this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions:

• This type of work requires the ability to bend at waist, kneel, or crouch to assist students, stamina to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to enter and exit an automobile
• This classification may experience indoor and some outdoor work environments
• Sufficient arm, hand, finger dexterity to use a personal computer keyboard, multimedia, and other office equipment
• Sufficient hearing and speaking skills to project voice and communicate with staff and children in classroom settings and one-on-one conversations
• Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far visual acuity, depth perception imparting oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business-related equipment, and manipulate various materials and objects are important aspects of this job

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
EMERGENCY REQUIREMENTS
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisor or by law.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

• An employment application and job description can be obtained either ONLINE at www.wvusd.org or at the District Office. If you need assistance, please call Daniel Palma, Human Resources Specialist, at (909) 595-1261, ext. 31377.
• Permanent employees, who work in this classification and are interested in one of the current openings, may submit a Request to Transfer Form with the Division of Human Resources. Human Resources must receive the transfer request prior to the application deadline.
• When completing the work experience information on the application, please refer to the job requirements and qualifications, listed on the job description (a complete job description can be found on the website: www.wvusd.org or at the District Office.). Describe in detail the job duties and responsibilities from ALL RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE which will QUALIFY you for this position.
• Qualified applicants, who meet the minimum qualifications, will participate in a written examination and technical oral interview, which will demonstrate the required knowledge and skill for this classification. The weight percentage of the examination and interview will be 50/50. Those applicants who receive a passing score on the written exam and oral interview will be placed on an Eligibility List. The top three ranks of candidates on the Eligibility List, who are ready, willing and able to accept the position, will be invited to the Final Selection Interview with the hiring authority.
• The eligibility list will be certified for a period of six months. It will be used to fill current and future permanent openings.
• Please include at least two (2) former supervisors in your references, as reference checks must be completed prior to any offer of employment. Applications that do not show at least two (2) supervisor-level references may be removed from consideration.

REVIEW JOB DESCRIPTION: It is the responsibility of the applicant to review this classification's job description, which is available online at www.wvusd.org or at the District Office. The job description explains in detail the physical demands, skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the essential job functions for this position.
BENEFITS: Permanent employees will receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per contract or Commission Rules. The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits. Employees working less than full-time, but a minimum of four hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned work hours for major medical insurance benefits. The District does not offer a package of insurance benefits to employees working less than four hours per day. The District provides life insurance for employees who work a minimum of 3 hours. In addition, the District offers a retirement plan which uses joint employee and employer contributions.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodation in the examination process. To make this request; please contact the Division of Human Resources at the time the application is submitted. Candidates may be required to provide documentation supporting the need for the accommodation.
VETERAN PREFERENCE (for entry-level positions only): Veterans who have been honorably discharged after 30 days or more of service during time of war or national emergency will receive an additional 5 points which will be added to the passing score. Disabled veterans receive 10 points. Any applicant who claims veteran's credit must submit DD Form 214 at the time the employment application is submitted. Failure to submit DD Form 214 at the time of application shall result in no veteran's credits being considered or added to any passing score.
PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED:
Per Board Policy 4112.4/4212.4/4312.4, the cost of pre-employment examinations shall be paid by the applicant.