H. Guy Child Elementary - Librarian (28695)

Weber School District•South Ogden, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The job of an Elementary Librarian was established for the purpose/s of promoting, supporting and encouraging literacy; maintaining library collection and controlling audio visual equipment at school site; assisting students, staff and community in utilizing library resources; performing clerical functions related to collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, and inventory of library materials. This position is for 7.00 hours per day, 182 days, plus 3 additional contract days (the incumbent shall consult with the school principal to schedule those 3 days) over 9 months per year, is compensated according to Lane 5(J) of the Administrative Assisants Salary Schedule, and is eligible for benefits.

Requirements

Must be able to operate equipment used in the repair of library/media materials.
Must be able to operate pertinent software applications.
Must be able to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Must have knowledge of elements of library operation.
Must have knowledge of common office machines.
Must have knowledge of age appropriate activities.
Must be able to work with frequent interruptions.
Must be attentive to detail.
Must display mechanical aptitude.
Must display comfort with technology and willingness to continue to learn when more technology becomes available.
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Previous related experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assists teachers, students, and other personnel for the purpose of researching materials for use in classroom and/or to enhancing class assignments.
Catalogs books using computerized cataloging programs (e.g. order books, receive books, stamp books, laminate dust covers, attach library tape, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining inventory controls and/or preparing books/materials for check out from the library collection.
Conducts activities (e.g. Read Across America, book fairs, contests, etc.) for the purpose of promoting literacy through the use of library/media resources.
Encourages the use of library resources (e.g. accelerated reader program, creative story presentations, contests, displays, decorations, Read Across America, book fairs, etc.) for the purpose of promoting literacy.
Inventories books, audio-visual equipment, and materials housed in the library (e.g. documenting losses, discarding books that are damaged or out of date, etc.) for the purpose of and/or maintaining availability of materials.
Maintains files and/or records (e.g. class schedules, books read, collection development, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of library facilities and/or providing an up-to-date reference source.
Maintains library in a neat and orderly fashion for the purpose of ensuring an environment conducive to learning.
Monitors student behavior while in library for the purpose of creating an effective working and learning environment.
Orients students (e.g. classification system, care of materials, library skills, Internet lessons, learning about authors, etc.) for the purpose of educating them on the proper use of the library resources.
Performs routine and preventive maintenance of media and in-library computer equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.
Processes documents and/or materials (e.g. notices, library materials orders, circulating materials, check in/out books, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining library/media collection.
Repairs/Replaces books, materials, and audio-visual equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of books, library materials and equipment.
Responds to inquiries (e.g. parents, students, teachers, staff, vendors, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction as may be required.
Other duties as assigned by the administrator.
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.