Library Media Technician (10 Months)

Job Description:

Library Media Technician (10 Months)

Description

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher librarian by performing a variety of technical library duties in the acquisition, circulation, maintenance and distribution of books, textbooks and instructional materials at assigned work site(s) ; assist students and staff in the selection, location and use of library materials and equipment.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Incumbents in the Library Media Technician classification carry out daily library functions such as circulation, distribution of textbooks and instructional materials under the direct supervision of a certificated teacher librarian.

Incumbents in the Library Media Specialist classification work independently and assume responsibility for the library collection, schedule and day-to-day operations of a school library.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform a variety of technical library duties in the acquisition, circulation, maintenance and distribution of library books, textbooks, periodicals and materials at assigned work site(s); process new library books and instructional materials; oversee the cataloguing of books and instructional materials

• Assist students and staff in the selection, location and use of library materials and equipment; respond to inquiries and provide information to students and staff; assist students in researching instructional materials for classroom use; develop book talks for individuals and groups of students

• Circulate library materials; check library materials in and out to students and staff using an assigned computerized system; shelve returned books and materials; clean, mend, cover and repair damaged books

• Process and distribute textbooks according to established guidelines; communicate with staff regarding textbook needs; maintain records of lost, damaged and overdue textbooks; maintain and organize textbook room shelves as assigned by the position; assist students and staff in locating, pulling and preparing textbooks according to teacher requests; maintain an accurate and current textbook database; participating in textbook "weeding" activities as directed

• Process and receive library materials, textbooks and equipment orders; prepare new and donated materials for introduction into the library materials collection; verify packing lists, stamp materials, affix bar codes, update and edit electronic records, and update spine labels; re-organize shelves to adapt to shifts in the collection and curricular needs; input related information into assigned computer system; conduct periodic inventory

• Promote the use of the library to staff and students; assist students and staff on using the online library catalogue and other computer software systems; monitor the use of the computer lab

• Maintain, develop and circulate the audio-visual collection as assigned by the position; communicate with staff regarding curricular needs and determine needs for the collection; create bibliographies and resource lists to support teachers in their classrooms as assigned

• Monitor and maintain acceptable student behavior in the library; assist in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment in the library

• Maintain a variety of records related to purchase orders, textbooks and assigned activities; establish and maintain filing systems

• Prepare displays and bulletin boards to support curriculum, multi-cultural themes, current events, and school and District-wide activities; prepare and rotate book displays

• Operate a variety of office and library equipment including a calculator, copier, typewriter, computer and assigned software; operate audio-visual equipment including a projector, projection screen, speakers and others as assigned; troubleshoot and arrange for repairs of equipment as needed

• Communicate with personnel and outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns

• Gather library resources and prepare book lists in response to staff requests

• Attend meetings, workshops and conferences as assigned

• Maintain current knowledge of young adult literature from remedial to adult level in fiction and non-fiction areas

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Functions, operations and maintenance of school libraries

Library practices, procedures, reference materials and terminology

Operation of a computer and data entry and retrieval techniques

Library cataloging and classification

Filing, indexing and inventory procedures

Record-keeping techniques

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary

Oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

Modern office practices, procedures and equipment

ABILITY TO:

Perform a variety of technical library duties in the acquisition, circulation, maintenance and distribution of books, textbooks and instructional materials

Assist students and staff in the selection, location and use of library materials, textbooks and equipment

Learn curriculum, reading levels and appropriate reference materials

Monitor and maintain acceptable student behavior in the library

Process and shelve library materials

Inventory, order, receive and assist in the selection of library materials and equipment

Operation of a computer and assigned software

Maintain files and records

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Complete work with many interruptions

Understand and follow oral and written instructions

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by college level course work in library science and two years of experience in a library, computer lab, or other educational setting

ENVIRONMENT:

Library environment

Constant interruptions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard

Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student behavior

Hearing and speaking to exchange information

Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

Perform work which involves frequent lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling objects typically weighing 50 pounds and occasionally and with assistance up to 75 pounds

Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to shelve and retrieve books

Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to shelve and retrieve books

EXAMINATION INFORMATION:

The first step in the examination process is the application screening and whether or not the candidate meets the minimum qualifications listed.

The testing process may consist of a written exam; an oral exam; a performance exam; a structured interview (SI); a qualification appraisal interview (QAI); an evaluation of training & experience/education (T&E) and/or any combination thereof.

ONLY the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) test requires and is mandated to have a passing score of 70 on each of the three parts of the test.

All other tests will have a passing score set between 50 and 99 depending of a variety of factors affecting that specific recruitment.

All candidates must pass the first examination process to be invited to the next step/test in the process.

As the testing process consists of a minimum of two examination processes; the weight of each those processes may be determined at any step in the processes.

Qualified candidates will be notified of the date, time, and place of the examination(s)/test(s).

Candidates will be notified of the minimum pass points/test score for each examination and/or test in the examination process.

OTHER: Proof of identification for completion of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be submitted at the time of processing for employment.

SALARIES: All salaries as stated are based on present information and are subject to change. Appointments are made at the minimum salary shown in the posting and increases are granted at intervals based on anniversary date.

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to fostering a positive working environment for its employees. Accordingly, BUSD practices shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying of any employee based on an employee's actual race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testi?es or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy.

The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination regarding Board Policy 4030:

Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator

2020 Bonar Street, Room 116

Berkeley, CA 94702

Phone: 510-486-9338

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date/Time: Fri, 13 Mar 2026

Salary:

28.49 - 34.75 Hourly