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Responsible for supporting library, media and technology programming in a school. Assist in the management and
circulation of library materials, textbooks, laptops, and equipment. Maintain the order and functionality of the Library Media
Technology Center including supervising and supporting students. Work closely with staff to support educational objectives. May
guide work of student aides. There may not be a Licensed Media Specialist on staff at the assigned school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Description of Job Tasks Frequency % of Time
Daily = D On an annual
Weekly = W basis, e.g. 10


Monthly = M hours of a 40
hour work
Quarterly = Q
week = 10/40
Annually = A = 25%
1. Supervise, assist and support students in the use of Library/Media Technology Center D 30%
materials, resources and equipment; including use of online resources, Inter Library Loans and
library automation system.
2. Use the library automation system to circulate and find materials and manage student check D 25%
in/out of textbooks, class novels, library books, laptops and equipment. Support students with
use of laptops and provide basic troubleshooting.
3. Select, develop and maintain the library collection including reviewing, researching, D 25%
purchasing, inventorying, shelving, repairing and deleting books, magazines, and DVDs.
Assist staff with filling requests for materials or information by researching, ordering and
locating materials, checking in/out materials and/or equipment, laminating and scanning.
Evaluate, recommend, order and process department class novel replacements. Inform staff of
new materials available.
4. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner. D 1%
5. Promote Library/Media Technology Center services, resources and/or projects by creating W 5%
exhibits, presentations and flyers. Provide materials, teaching guides, handout and citation
resources to support curriculum and district standards. May coordinate the work of library
volunteers or student assistants under direction of the Media Specialist or Technology Systems
Site Manager.
6. Collect money for media services and maintain and reconcile cash drawer with bookkeeper. W 3%
Provide documentation on financial transactions. May utilize and be responsible for a district-
issued purchasing card.
7. Support the site literacy/education technology instructional program by developing M 5%
instructional materials that support media and technology content standards. Collaborate with
teachers to support education objectives.
8. Participate in district and/or site media/technology committees and attend appropriate in- M 1%
services, building meetings, trainings and school functions.
9. Aid with student testing. Assist with scheduling, promoting, and set-up of special events. M 1%
10. Complete and reconcile inventory of print and non-print materials and equipment. Q 2%
11. Perform other duties as assigned. Ongoing 2%
TOTAL= 100%

2407 La Porte Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80521 • phone: (970) 490-3488
web: www.psdschools.org

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Two years of college course work in education, library media, computer technology or related field

• Three to five years of library, media, or technology experience

• Experience working in a school library and/or technology lab/center preferred

• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable
  

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire
  

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Oral and written communication skills

• English language skills

• Interpersonal relations skills

• Math skills

• Customer service skills

• Knowledge of Dewey Decimal system

• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, use time efficiently, demonstrate attention to detail, follow

instructions and respond to management direction

• Ability to participate and work in a team environment

• Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job

• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence

• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building and department procedures

• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and

educational backgrounds

• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate

safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers, office productivity software, and peripherals

• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.

• Operating knowledge of and experience with library automation systems
  

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

POSITION TITLE # of EMPLOYEES
Direct reports: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities

• May coordinate the work of library volunteers or student assistants under direction of supervisor
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors and mental
functions described below are representative 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.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Stand X
Walk X
Sit X
Use hands to finger, handle or feed X
Reach with hands and arms X
Climb or balance X
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X
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PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Talk X
Hear X
Taste X
Smell X

WEIGHT and FORCE DEMANDS: Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds X
Up to 25 pounds X
Up to 50 pounds X
Up to 100 pounds X
More than 100 pounds X

MENTAL FUNCTIONS: Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Compare X
Analyze X
Communicate X
Copy X
Coordinate X
Instruct X
Compute X
Synthesize X
Evaluate X
Interpersonal Skills X
Compile X
Negotiate X

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Amount of Time
None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) X
Work near moving mechanical parts X
Work in high, precarious places X
Fumes or airborne particles X
Toxic or caustic chemicals X
Outdoor weather conditions X
Extreme cold (non-weather) X
Extreme heat (non-weather) X
Risk of electrical shock X
Work with explosives X
Risk of radiation X
Vibration X

VISION DEMANDS: Required
No special vision requirements.
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) X
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) X
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) X
Peripheral vision X
Depth perception X
Ability to adjust focus X

NOISE LEVEL: Exposure Level
Very quiet
41142 – Media Technology Assistant II

NOISE LEVEL: Exposure Level
Quiet
Moderate X
Loud
Very Loud

41142 – Media Technology Assistant II