Library Media Assistant

CHICO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT LIBRARY MEDIA ASSISTANT

Under the general supervision of the K-8 Library Media Teacher (LMT), the Library Media Assistant performs a variety of library, clerical, and computer duties in the school library setting, and provides assistance to the LMT, students, and staff.

• Provide students with a healthy, child‑friendly environment in which they are encouraged to explore a wide variety of interests through books and other media.
• Promote and showcase high‑interest literature through storytelling, bulletin boards, and other display areas.
• Read engaging stories to students whenever possible.
• Establish positive rapport to help build confidence, self‑esteem, and responsible behavior in students.
• Maintain the physical appearance and ease of use of the library.
• Prepare necessary circulation materials, including shelf markers, class lists, and schedules.
• Shelve books and organize other materials housed in the library; maintain orderliness of shelved materials.
• Repair items in need of mending in a timely fashion; refer items beyond repair for discard/replacement evaluation by the LMT.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties, including compiling and maintaining library media center records and files; prepare library schedule in collaboration with teachers and site administration.
• Attend and participate in professional development activities as assigned; attend appropriate job‑related workshops, conferences, and classes.
• Collect monies for lost or damaged materials, issue receipts, route funds to fiscal services accurately and timely, and complete appropriate paperwork directed by the LMT.
• Assist students in finding appropriate reading material.
• Perform other job‑related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Basic operations, services, and activities of a library.
• Principles of record‑keeping and reporting.
• Basic library terminology.
• Modern office methods, practices, procedures, and computer software needed for library media center.
• Correct English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation.
• Dewey Decimal System and library collection arrangement.

• Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment.
• Type or operate a keyboard proficiently for job performance.

• Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and school information.
• Interact effectively and sensitively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Work independently on assigned tasks.

• One (1) year of clerical and computer experience, including some exposure to basic library procedures.
• Some experience working in an organized education or student setting.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Supplemental specialized training in child development, education, or a related field is desirable.

Must pass the competency exam of the classification as designated by the Classified Human Resources Department.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, stoop, reach, twist, and lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or walk throughout most of an assigned day in the library.

Vacation credit accrued at a rate of one day per month for up to 4 full years of service; beyond that, vacation accrual follows the District agreement. Employees receive holiday pay for holidays observed, and full‑time employees may receive a health plan contribution of up to $1,360 per month. Part‑time employees are eligible for pro‑rated benefits. Dental and vision coverage cost is partially subsidized for employees working six or more hours per day.

Term life insurance and income protection insurance are provided to all bargaining‑unit employees. Part‑time employees may elect dental and/or vision coverage at their own expense. Employees assigned four or more hours/day are required to join the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS).

CHICO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative‑action employer. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.