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Job Summary
Job Purpose Statement/s: The job of "Library Media Assistant III" is done for the purpose/s of performing a variety of responsible technical work related to circulation, reference and cataloging functions within assigned library/media center facility; incumbent receives general to limited supervision from a school site principal.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
Job Purpose Statement/s: The job of "Library Media Assistant III" is done for the purpose/s of performing a variety of responsible technical work related to circulation, reference and cataloging functions within assigned library/media center facility; incumbent receives general to limited supervision from a school site principal.
Essential Job Functions:
* Participates in the receipt and processing of a variety of library/media center materials which may include library books, text books, periodicals, films, video cassettes and other media.
* Reviews and evaluates a variety of library/media materials for cataloguing purposes; assigns catalogue numbers, develops reference catalogue information, types and proofs catalogue/inventory cards.
* Performs circulation activities and operations related to library/media materials and equipment; checking in/out materials and equipment, maintaining circulation records and logs.
* Maintains inventory of library/media materials and collection; reporting and participating in tracking of lost materials.
* Supervises and facilitates the use of library/media center; answering questions regarding materials/media available, responding to reference inquiries, retrieving periodicals from archives, assisting students with the use of card catalogues, assisting with the use of AV equipment, etc.
* Develops forms, notices and procedures related to library/media center operations.
* Shelves and stores library materials, textbooks and equipment.
* Trains, directs and supervises the work of student and/or volunteer assistants.
* Establishes and implements textbook check in/out procedures; inventories and stores textbooks.
* Performs minor maintenance and repair of audio visual equipment and library materials.
* Makes presentations and participates in inservicing training regarding library/media center resources and services.
Other Job Functions:
* Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
* Participates in District meetings of library clerks for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback and/or direction on a variety of issues.
Job Requirements - Qualifications:
* Experience Required: One (1) year prior job related experience in educational setting and general clerical work.
* Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
Skills: Typing/keyboarding accurately at 30 words per minute; operate standard office equipment including use of basic computer applications, use English in both written and verbal form, use correct spelling, grammar and punctuation, maintain detailed and accurate records.
Knowledge of standard office equipment, library/media center terminology, operations and practices; library procedures and materials.
Abilities to sit for prolonged periods, understand and carry out oral and written instruction. Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations, near visual acuity/visual accommodation. Reason logically and accurately; assume responsibility and use good judgment; perform minor maintenance and repair work on audio visual equipment.
* Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent, supplemented by course work in library, media or curriculum.
* Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, negative pre-employment drug screen test and negative TB test results. Successful completion of District Proficiency Test.
Requirements / Qualifications
Comments and Other Information
ATTACHMENT REQUIRED: You must attach an official dated certificate validating a typing speed of not less than 30 corrected words per minute (5 minutes and must be dated within one year) to your Edjoin application. You have the option of taking an online typing test or taking a proctored typing test at any staffing agency. The certification must include your name, date of the test, length of the timed test (must be 5 minutes), corrected words per minute and the source of the test. Applications without a typing certificate will not be considered unless you have a typing test on file. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or I can provide assistance.
A WORD ABOUT ONLINE TYPING TESTS: There are many online typing sources. You may have to register with some to receive a certificate with your name, date, length of test (must be 5 minutes) and net typing speed (must show number of errors and/or accuracy)
Typing.com
Freetypinggame.net
CURRENT LEUSD CSEA EMPLOYEES are subject to the Article 13 Language Change when applying for positions posted after October 11, 2024.
• A unit member seeking a voluntary lateral transfer (posting is for the same job title you currently hold) must be a permanent employee for at least two years prior to the date of the posted vacancy.
• Unit members granted a voluntary lateral transfer shall wait one year from the date of transfer before applying for another voluntary lateral transfer (posting is for the same job title you currently hold).
• Unit members currently serving a probationary period (including a promotional probationary period) shall not be eligible for a voluntary lateral transfer (same job title as posting)
• If three or more eligible unit members apply within this posting, with the same job title as the posting, all other candidates shall be excluded from the interview process.
• Voluntary lateral transfers may be denied based on poor job performance as evidenced by an overall "Needs to Improve" or "Unsatisfactory" rating on the most recent performance evaluation, two or more "N"s and/or one or more "U"s on the most recent evaluation, unjustified excessive absenteeism (without an approved leave per Article 10). Leave entitlement usage shall be prorated to the date of the job posting, and/or disciplinary actions with 1 year prior to the date of the posted vacancy.
NOTE: When fewer than three eligible lateral transfer (same job title as on posting) applications are submitted, interview priority will be given to current employees in the same job family of the posted vacancy.
Offer of employment conditional pending pre-employment physical, fingerprints and negative drug screen, and TB test
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