Library Media Technician 0.5

South Burlington School District•South Burlington, VT

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the general direction of the Library Media Information Specialist. Assists users in accessing library materials such as: books, audio/video materials, databases, and equipment. Compiles records, sorts and shelves books and reading materials; check materials in/out, repairs damaged materials, and answers questions. Assists with simple technology issues in the classrooms.

Requirements

Associates’ Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
The ability to work independently and to produce acceptable outcomes in a timely manner is required.
Demonstrates technical competencies in building-based hardware and software including but not limited to: multimedia equipment (LCD projectors, SmartBoards, scanners, digital camcorders, and cameras); All Microsoft Office Suite applications and SQL.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with library organization, computerized catalog systems, technology, audio/visual repair as well as customer service is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide guidance with library organization, procedures, rules, and conduct.
Monitor student assignments and projects.
May conduct story time, assist with reading programs, book fairs, or other school initiatives.
Assist others in locating books and resources, accessing on-line and database information.
Apprises faculty and staff of new materials.
Assists teachers with compiling materials for units, researching topics, recommending resources.
Trains and supervises student aides and/or parent volunteers.
Assists with accessing: self-help options, lost documents and student password resets.
Assists with troubleshooting hardware and software problems for A/V equipment (i.e.: closed circuit or Broadcast television, digital video cameras (capturing, editing, and delivering,) LCD projectors, SmartBoards, wireless tablets, televisions, DVD/VHS places, projectors, audio systems.)
Assist with network, and Internet connection problems, install printers, re-imaging, and upgrade equipment and peripherals.
Provides multi-media assistance (SmartBoards, laptops, projectors, cameras) for assemblies, meetings, and classroom activities.
Burns CDs and DVDs.
Assists students and staff with finding technical solutions and forwards escalated or advanced issues to Help Desk.
Assists patrons with book and library material check in and out processes and inter library loan requests.
Maintains and/or prepares circulation records, files, reports, notices, catalog and indexes.
Processes fees and refunds.
Assist in maintaining inventories: catalogs holdings, compiles lost book and replacement information, processes acquisitions and orders.
Covers, stamps, repairs, and shelves books; coordinates off-site repair of books and materials.
Provides clerical and technical support for: catalog functions, purchase order process, presentations and displays.
Updates databases with library holdings, library lessons, student data, reservations, and account information; creates special sub-locations for teacher reserve items, book lists, and resources
Recycle periodicals and old materials; straighten the library.
Attends training and meetings related to assigned subject matter, as requested.
Remains current with district software used for instruction.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Works collaboratively with others and remains flexible in performing assigned work.