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Minor Community - Librarian

Job in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama, 35275, USA
Listing for: Alabama State Department of Education
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-22
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Education Administration, Library, Academic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Title – School Librarian

Supervisor: Principal

Job Goals:

  • To provide the faculty and students with an enriched school library environment in support of student learning.
  • To provide a multitude of resources and experiences for students that will enhance the curriculum, invite intellectual growth and develop productive use of leisure time.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Valid Alabama school librarian certificate.
  • Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. .
  • Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials and equipment needed by different departments in the school setting.
  • Knowledge of materials and equipment appropriate for effective teaching and learning.
  • Knowledge of school’s program of studies related to mission, goals and organization.
  • Ability to apply knowledge of current research, technology and theory to the library media facility.
  • Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
  • Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups.
  • Knowledge and skill in the operation of computers, computer programs, and audio/visual and digital media and other technology resources to perform job responsibilities.
  • Ability to use technology to communicate, to plan and provide instruction, to facilitate student learning, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information.
  • Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.
  • Performance Responsibilities and

    Essential Functions:

  • Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.
  • Develops and implements the school library program which is applicable and related to educational goals and objectives.
  • Utilizes technology to plan and provide instruction and facilitate student learning.
  • Models best practices for regular analysis of the school library collection as well as Board policies for school library collection development (including weeding and deletion of items).
  • Models and advises on the ethical use of technology and information resources for students and staff.
  • Maximizes efficient use of available funds and provides the faculty and students with the best available materials; the position requires the preparation and administration of a library budget in accordance with Board financial procedures.
  • Manages and coordinates inventory of library materials, textbooks, and digital devices as assigned.
  • Seeks grants and other funding opportunities to enhance school library services.
  • Supervises and promotes library activities.
  • Assists students and faculty by cooperating with other schools and local public libraries.
  • Maximizes library media center functions through the use of clerical help, student assistants and volunteers when available.
  • Initiates contact with faculty and students in promoting and providing library services, resources and guidance.
  • Actively participates in and works with other school personnel in the inventory and selection of books, equipment and other library materials that provide the student with the best learning opportunities.
  • Participates in and supports professional development activities including staff meetings and in-service and staff development activities as required or assigned.
  • Performs technical responsibilities required to provide exemplary library service as part of an effective and successful educational facility.
  • Provides input and assistance to other school personnel by actively participating in departmental, faculty, curriculum and special meetings.
  • Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
  • Models and maintains high ethical standards.
  • Demonstrates initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
  • Maintains expertise in assigned area to fulfill project goals and objectives.
  • Completes training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
  • Supervises and/or assists with extracurricular…
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