School Library Technician I
ClassifiedAPPLICATION FILING INFORMATION
Opening Date: June 10, 2025
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE.
RECRUITMENT TYPE
OPEN - anyone may apply.
The current vacancy is for 4 hours per day, 9 months per school year, in an elementary school. The eligibility list being established will be used to fill the current vacancy, for substitutes, and to fill any vacancies in this classification that may occur within one year.
Based on a review of application materials, the best qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process will consist of a job-related written examination, a qualification appraisal interview, followed by a final selection interview for candidates in the top three ranks.
BASIC POSITION INFORMATION
Under immediate supervision, perform a variety of clerical functions involved with the selection, acquisition, circulation, maintenance and distribution of books, instructional materials and audio-visual materials in support of supplemental programs in an elementary school library; assist students and teachers by researching resources for supplemental educational program needs using library and media resources.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The School Library Technician I performs activities in support of an elementary school library, which includes the selection and acquisition of reading and audio/visual materials based on regular and supplemental curriculum standards and guidelines. Positions in this classification are funded through state and federal categorical programs and are subject to continuation of funding.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by the incumbent in the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.
• Perform a variety of technical clerical functions in support of supplemental programs and activities at an elementary school library involved with the selection, acquisition, circulation, maintenance and distribution of books, instructional materials, audio visual materials and equipment. E
• Assist students and teachers with selecting and locating books, periodicals, articles and other media materials; maintain library schedules for teachers. E
• Assist in the selection and ordering of library books and other media material for the library based on identified regular and supplemental curriculum needs; receive recommendations for new book selections from teachers and staff; prepare materials for supplemental instructional activities; research publishers for best prices; type purchase requisitions and track orders. E
• Instruct and assist students in the use of the card catalog; assist individuals and groups of students in the use of basic reference sources in finding and selecting materials. E
• Select and read books aloud to classes to promote interest in reading. E
• Process new library materials; stamp and prepare check out cards, pockets and labels; issue bar codes and maintain related records. E
• Coordinate circulation of library materials; check library materials in and out to students and staff. E
• Operate a variety of library/media center equipment, including typewriter, VCR, tape and duplicating equipment, bar code reader and projectors. E
• Operate a computer to maintain record of overdue materials and send overdue notices to students and teachers; track the return or payment for lost materials; collect fines and payments for overdue and lost items; prepare receipts; maintain appropriate files and records. E
• Operate a computer to obtain access to the Internet for reference information for students. E
• Maintain discipline and order in the library; enforce discipline procedures according to established guidelines. E
• Design and prepare appropriate library displays, decorations, and bulletin boards; maintain a clean and orderly library environment. E
• Mend, repair and maintain damaged library materials; select, prepare and record materials to be rebound, repaired or discarded. E
• Train and oversee the work of student aides and parent volunteers.
• Assist with inventory of library materials.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Library practices, procedures and terminology.
Basic Dewey Decimal system and cataloging system.
Basic operation of a computer and data entry and retrieval techniques.
Library reference materials and sources.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Record keeping techniques.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Filing, indexing and inventory procedures.
ABILITY TO:
Learn, explain, and apply school and District rules and policies applicable to the library.
Check books and materials in and out of the library.
Shelve library materials.
Assist students and staff in the selection of library materials.
Process a variety of library materials.
Perform clerical duties such as filing, duplicating and typing.
Input data at 35 words per minute.
Monitor and maintain acceptable student behavior in the library.
Maintain library in a neat and orderly condition.
Make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
Work independently with little direction.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Maintain records and prepare reports
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by course work in library science and one year library experience.
ENVIRONMENT:
Elementary school library
Constant interruptions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting of library materials.
Seeing to read books and media materials.
Lifting and carrying moderately heavy books weighing up to 40 pounds.
Pushing and pulling carts.
Walking and standing for extended periods of time.
Reaching horizontally and above the shoulders to shelve and reach books.
Bending and kneeling.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer and standard library equipment.