Library Assistant 2026-2027

Job Title: Library Assistant

Location: School Based

Pay Grade: Clerical Scale Grade C13

Work Calendar: Service 189 Day

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the supervision of the building administrator and librarian, this position assists in implementing the school library's objectives to enable students and faculty to take advantage of the materials and services available.


MAIN JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES


Performs duties to ensure that the library remains accessible to students and teachers

  • Assists the Librarian in overseeing the general neatness and attractiveness of the library and its displays
  • Assists the Librarian with monitoring the library's patrons and maintaining the patron and materials database.
  • Assists the Librarian with various clerical, maintenance, and accounting functions of the school library, including shelving books and media, processing interlibrary loans, ordering, distributing, and returning materials, the annual inventory of library materials, the preparation of reports, processing of new materials and equipment, maintaining current inventory of supplies, and preparing new books for circulation (labels, stamps, covers), and periodical maintenance.
  • Inspects the conditions of circulated items and organizes the repair of damaged materials.
  • Performs circulation desk procedures, including checking in and checking out materials, registering patrons, and collecting fines.
  • Assists patrons with general questions related to library operations and procedures and with locating library resources.
  • Provides assistance in the use of AV equipment and other technology. Provides assistance in the use of computers and library technologies.
  • Train, Supervise and Maintain Makerspace


Performs various support activities for the school related to library services, as assigned by the Principal and the Librarian


  • Trains staff and volunteers on laminator operation and general library tasks.
  • Assists with the training and supervision of volunteers and student aides.
  • Works with individuals and groups in the library to carry out the instructional plans of the Librarian and to assist in implementing library programs.


Support and demonstrate core values of Stafford Schools

  • Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
  • Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
  • Maintain a clean, neat appearance, appropriate to position.
  • Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
  • Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
  • Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers.
  • Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.
  • Perform other related duties as required/assigned.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • High School Diploma or its equivalent, library experience preferred.
  • One (1) year of work-related experience.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Knowledge
    • Organization of the Library, such as the Dewey Decimal System
  • Skills
    • Demonstrate initiative and flexibility
    • Strong communication, interpersonal, and computer skills
  • Abilities
    • Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals
    • Organize and perform work independently
    • Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects
    • Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


Work environment is primarily inside with moderate noise, temperatures that are controlled, and no exposure to chemicals or other negative air quality elements.


The work is light work, requiring exertion of up to 20 pounds of force to move or lift objects.

The following physical and mental abilities are representative of those expected to complete the essential functions of the job: standing for prolonged periods; sitting for prolonged periods; moving the hands, wrists, or fingers repetitively; moving with force on the back or lower body repetitively; feeling, grasping, or holding objections by hand; identifying colors visually; identifying objects in low light or distant conditions; communicating via spoken language; communicating via written language; perceiving sounds; making decisions using logic and rational thinking.


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations shall be made, as required by law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

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