2026-27 Library Assistant

Harrisburg SchoolDistrict•Sioux Falls, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the daily operations of an assigned library, assisting with circulation, collection maintenance, and supervising student activities. The role involves supporting students and staff in locating and selecting materials, assisting with cataloging and inventory, and managing overdue processes. Additionally, the Library Assistant will train student assistants, manage audiovisual equipment, and participate in crosswalk duty rotation.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and time management skills.
Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, email, and internet.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and to keep information confidential.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in school library setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts daily operations of assigned library.
Assists in circulating materials; maintaining collection and circulation records.
Supervises student activities in the library media center.
Assists in teaching information skills, directing research, and developing/evaluating curriculum.
Maintains professional resources for instructional staff.
Assists students and staff in selecting and locating books and other media.
Assists with the selection, requisitioning, ordering, and cataloging of all media and supplies.
Assists in the inventory of materials and equipment.
Manages overdue book process.
Re-shelves returned books and other materials in a timely manner.
Trains and supervises student assistants and volunteers.
Schedules use and distribution of audiovisual equipment; provides instruction of use of such equipment.
Participates in cross walk duty rotation before and after school hours at elementary schools.
Performs other duties as assigned.