Library Media Assistant

Position Type:
Support Staff/Library Media Assistant

Date Posted:
5/19/2025

Location:
Fairfield Magnet School
FAIRFIELD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, SOUTH CAROLINA

JOB DESCRIPTION, MAY 2011

JOB TITLE: MEDIA ASSISTANT

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under occasional supervision, assists the Media Specialist with non-professional library tasks required to manage the library and its collections, circulate materials, and provide reference, research and technical assistance for students and teachers. Reports to the Principal and Media Specialist.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Maintains and updates computerized inventory of library holdings and patron information; maintains card catalogs and other collection records as directed.

Schedules and video-records instructional programs as requested by teachers; assists in evaluating quality and effectiveness of programs for classroom use; schedules and sets up audio-visual equipment in classrooms as needed for viewing.

Assists in selecting, procuring and processing commercial videos for classroom use. Prepares recorded videotapes, books, periodicals and other materials for circulation.

Assists students and teachers in selecting appropriate reading materials and information sources and in locating needed information for research / classroom projects.

Assists students (individually and in small or large groups) in the use of reference materials and in the development of research skills; assists students in using electronic resources and applications software; assists students in preparing Powerpoint presentations and materials produced with desktop publishing software.

Assists in administering small group standardized testing.

Prepares and distributes overdue notices; receives and receipts payments for overdue, lost or damaged materials; prepares related financial reports.

Performs general library duties, including receiving and processing new materials, cataloging, checking materials in and out, reserving materials for patrons, shelving materials and straightening shelves, weeding materials, mending books, preparing book displays, preparing bibliographies, etc.

Prepares and issues student library cards.

Assists Media Specialist in managing students and classes while in the media center.

May coordinate morning televised announcements, including setting up equipment and stage area, coordinating student news anchors and guests, and taping the live broadcast.

Assists in instructing and supervising the work of student assistants and volunteers.

Assists in maintaining media center equipment and software; troubleshoots problems and initiates maintenance and repair work as needed.

Assists in procuring library materials.

Assists in conducting annual physical inventory of library materials.

Assists in coordinating special programs, services and events as required, including the Accelerated Reader program, schoolbook fairs and author visits.

Performs duties of Media Specialist as necessary in his/her absence.

May assist teachers by binding books, laminating items, applying art wax, preparing die cut materials, etc. Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints in areas of responsibility.

Operates a variety of equipment such as computers, printers, scanner, audio-visual equipment, recording equipment, digital camera, copier, calculator, telephone, laminating machine, LCD equipment, die cut machine, art waxer, binding machine, etc.; uses clerical, copier, computer supplies.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, coworkers, teachers, other school administrators and staff, District administrators and staff, vendors / service providers, students, parents, volunteers and the general public.

Attends training, seminars and workshops, etc., to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

May assist with morning and afternoon bus / carpool procedures as scheduled.

Monitors classes for absent teachers as necessary.

Videotapes school events and performances.

Performs routine office tasks as required, including but not limited to preparing routine records and reports, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, sending and receiving faxes, entering and retrieving computer data, etc.

Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Requires Associate's degree, vocational technical degree or specialized training that is equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college education with emphasis in library and/or computer technology or a closely related field, supplemented by nine to twelve months of library and/or instructional technology experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid state driver's license.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIREDTO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements: Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a recurring basis or routine keyboard operations.

Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes the receiving of information and instructions from supervisor and giving information and instructions to students.

Language Ability: Requires ability to read a variety of policy and procedure manuals, literary materials, reference materials, technical manuals, etc. Requires the ability to prepare reports, records, notices, etc., with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control and confidence.

Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written, diagrammatic or schedule form. Requires the ability to learn and understand relatively complex principles and techniques; to make routine independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation. Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow verbal and written instructions; to teach students. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with students, teachers and other staff using technical and/or professional languages including library studies, instructional technology, etc.

Numeric Aptitude: Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to use mathematical formulas, to determine percentages and decimals and to determine time. Must be able to use practical applications of fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion.

Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.

Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using office equipment.

Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, office equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination: Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines. The worker may be subject to tension as a regular, consistent part of the job.

Physical Communications: Requires the ability to talk and hear: (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Knowledge of Job: Has knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the assigned school and Fairfield County School District as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Media Assistant. Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Has knowledge of the methods and practices of school library operations, including circulation, reference services, etc. Has knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System. Has good general knowledge of reference topics, and is able to assist students and teachers in locating and researching information as needed. Has good knowledge of the various technologies used in media center operations and in classroom instruction, and is able to help teachers select and coordinate appropriate technology / media resources for instructional use. Is able to assist students and teachers in producing Powerpoint presentations, desktop publishing products and other products using computer technology . click apply for full job details