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TITLE: Administrative Assistant I, Library


EMPLOYMENT TERMS: 1.0 FTE/10-months


SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Classified


GENERAL STATEMENT of RESPONSIBILITIES:


The Administrative Assistant in the library will be responsible for assisting in the successful operation of the school library. Responsibilities include maintaining a stimulating learning environment for students and providing a positive working relationship with students, faculty, and staff.


PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

• Maintains a physical environment that is conducive to a positive learning environment.
• Supervises students, as assigned, during non-instructional activities; including checking passes and overseeing student behavior in the library.
• Supervises computer, printer, and copier usage by students.
• Assists teachers in student instruction of basic library skills.
• Assists teachers in scheduling classes into the library.
• Assists students in locating and obtaining materials necessary to complete their assignments.
• Processes incoming/outgoing library books and materials utilizing manual skills and computerized systems.
• Catalogues and processes new books to make them shelf-ready.
• Shelves returned books and materials.
• Notifies for overdue books.
• Trains and supervises student assistants.
• Conuslts on new book orders.
• Performs simple repairs on books, equipment, and other materials.
• Maintains the circulation, cataloging and patron maintenance programs in the circulation system.
• Prepares circulation reports.
• Performs complete annual inventory.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

OCCUPATIONAL CONDITION:
Low risk - Work is routinely performed in an indoor environment, including exposure to noise and being on your feet for extended periods of time.


Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


The applicant for this position is required to:

• regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear.
• Sit approximately 75% of the time
• Walk and stand approximately 20% of the time
• Kneeling/Stooping approximately 5% of the time
• Lift on a regular basis 30-50lbs
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools and/or controls; and reach with hands and arms on a regular basis.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The information contained in this position description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.


SKILLS REQUIRED:
Computer software expertise and keyboard skills


QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent, library technician certificate preferred or combination of comparable education and experience.
• Must possess a one to three years library experience, preferably in school setting.
• Must be able to push, pull or lift weights up to 50 pounds.
• No allergies to dust or the chemical solvents in glue, preferred.
• Must possess thorough knowledge in the use of standard office machines and personal computers.
• Must have ability to communicate and work well with staff, students, and parents.

COMMITMENT & DEPENDABILITY:

• Willingness to be an integral member of a successful team
• Dedication to provide the highest level of service
• Adherence to policies and procedures
• Resourceful and adaptable

POSITION EXPECTATIONS:
Time Management: Must be able to prioritize tasks assigned by supervisor.
Stress Management: Periodic stress due to scheduling.
Public Contact: Interact primarily with staff and students.


EVALUATION PROCEDURE:
The evaluation is done by the Librarian and site Principal.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
The Administrative Assistant I, Library, reports directly to the Librarian.


Buckeye Union High School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Click here (http://www.buhsd.org/Non-Discrimination-Notice) to read the entire policy.


El Distrito Escolar de Buckeye Union High School no discrimina en base de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, edad o discapacidad. Haga clic aquí (http://www.buhsd.org/Non-Discrimination-Notice) para leer toda la política.