PRIMARY PURPOSE:

　　Manage the physical circulation of all materials within the library. Facilitate inter-library loan borrowing among district campuses. Assist with library management under direction and supervision of the campus certified librarian.

　　QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Education/Certification:

　　High school diploma or GEDSome college courses preferredSpecial Knowledge/Skills:

　　Basic working knowledge of library scienceAbility to implement planned program strategiesKnowledge and/or strong interest in literature appreciationStrong public relations and interpersonal skillsCompetency in computer usage and technologyExperience:

　　Experience in a public school environment, preferably a library or classroomMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

　　Circulation

　　Staff the circulation desk (or supervise student or volunteer staffers).Handle all routine check-in/check-out transactions (or supervise such).Receive and record monies for fines and lost/damaged books.Maintain sign-in sheets for unscheduled users.Maintain schedule for class sign-up by faculty and staff.Shelve returned materials (or supervise such).Prepare and distribute reports relating to overdue materials and other circulation issues.Oversee the circulation of classroom sets, calculators, etc.Materials Processing

　　Check received items against invoices or packing slips.Prepare received items for cataloging by the librarian (apply automation materials as well as property stamps and other identifying markers).Maintain record of magazines received.Prepare magazines and other materials for bindery.Shelve newly arrived materials in appropriate display areas.Maintain inventory record of daily/weekly newspapers received.Assist in collection development under direction of librarian, including weeding out obsolete items.Student Services

　　Help create and maintain an environment conducive to learning.Provide instruction in using library resources when called upon to do so.Facilitate use of equipment by keeping printers and copiers in good working condition.Help students orient themselves correctly in the library to locate needed resources.Miscellaneous Assignments

　　Enter AS400 requisitions as directed by the librarian.Maintain and circulate audiovisual equipment, sending items needing repair to the appropriate district personnel.Maintain current patron records database.Other

　　Perform duties in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner.Conduct oneself in a professional and ethical manner in accordance with generally accepted community standards.Perform other duties as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Supervise the performance of student assistants as well as volunteer parents.

　　EQUIPMENT USED:

　　Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipmentWORKING CONDITIONS:

　　Mental Demands

　　Maintain emotional control under stressWork with frequent interruptions; stay on task despite constant interruptionsInteract with multiple persons simultaneously while maintaining focusRespond to changes in job demands and/or technology in positive mannerPhysical Demands

　　Moderate lifting, light carrying, use of fingers, repeated bending, reaching above shoulder, walking extensively, and standingProlonged use of computerEnvironmental Demands

　　Normal classroom/library environmentWork around machines with moving partsMay work prolonged or irregular hoursExposure to childhood communicable diseases; good general health and stamina neededThe above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that m y be required. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

　　The Beaumont Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex in the educational programs or activities that it operates and is an equal opportunity employer.