High School Library Assistant

Kamehameha Schools•Kurtistown, HI

1d•$21 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi Campus is seeking a highly organized, collaborative, and service-oriented High School Library Assistant to support one of the most dynamic learning spaces on campus. More than a library, our Learning Center is a welcoming hub where haumana (students) are empowered to explore their interests, strengthen their academic skills, and build meaningful relationships rooted in ʻike Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian knowledge) and a culture of belonging. In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of the Learning Center, support haumāna and kumu with library resources and instructional needs, maintain library collections and equipment, and help create an engaging, organized, and student-centered environment where every learner feels welcomed, valued, and inspired to grow. Our ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in library services, enjoys building positive relationships with students, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about supporting student success. Knowledge of library systems, a love of literacy and lifelong learning, and an appreciation for Hawaiian culture and ʻike Hawaiʻi are highly valued. The successful candidate embraces a collaborative approach and is committed to fostering a learning environment that reflects the mission and values of Kamehameha Schools.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum of 1 of year experience in Library Services.
Good working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software applications.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple functions and priorities in an efficient manner.
Excellent oral and writing skills needed to communicate clearly with student, parents, other school staff.
Effective interpersonal skills to establish relationships with students, parents and staff.
Ability to provide assistance in selecting appropriate library materials for students and staff.
Work independently, enforce rules, and resolve problems.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work with different age groups.
Ability to instruct students in the use of computer software/peripherals.
Knowledge of computerized library management systems, library terminology and routines. And/or ability to learn and effectively use selected computer programs.
Be familiar with literature/enjoy reading and books.

Responsibilities

Oversees, coordinates, organizes, and monitors the library technical services functions-equipment inventory, maintenance, collection inventory, and organization.
Uses the library’s automated system to coordinate and process purchase requisitions for books, periodicals and supplies, to search and verify bibliographic information and to contact vendors.
Assists students and faculty in locating and retrieving information from a variety of databases. Also assists in the preparation of instructional materials.
Receives and processes claims for periodicals, and handles library correspondence meaning responding, drafting response.
Uses the acquisition and cataloging modules to maintain the accounting and budgetary system.
Coordinates repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment’s.
Prepares reports and records-inventory, project proposals, and bibliographies.
Assists librarians, and in their absence, assumes responsibility for maintaining library services.
Coordinates and prepares library material for binding, mending, and disposing.