Media Center Technician

Media Center Technician

English Station Campus

Anticipated start date May 2026

Job Description

Scope

The Media Center Technician is a full-time, 12-month position that supports the mission of Christian Academy by modeling biblical integration and a Christ-centered worldview in all responsibilities and interactions. This position assists the Director of Media Services in the daily operation of the English Station Media Centers and supports selected district-level media functions. The role includes providing organizational, technical, and administrative support to ensure the efficient delivery of media services that enhance instruction and school-wide programming.

The Media Center Technician works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students to maintain a well-managed, service-oriented learning environment aligned with the school's mission and standards of excellence.

Qualifications

The candidate shall possess characteristics that reflect:

• A strong clear Christian testimony with a mature and godly spirit
• A daily example of the highest Christian virtue both in and out of school
• Commitment to faithful attendance and support of a church whose beliefs are in agreement with the Statement of Faith for Christian Academy
• Agreement and belief that The Bible is the final authority concerning truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind

The candidate shall:

• Bachelors or associate degree (preferred)- Library Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Proficiency with library management systems, databases, and digital cataloging tools (Follett's Destiny)
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot audiovisual equipment, computers, and other technology commonly used in media centers
• Basic knowledge of copyright compliance, digital resources, and educational software
• Strong communication skills to assist students, faculty, and staff effectively
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and under the direction of supervisors
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a love of reading, research, and learning
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly
• Flexibility to support special projects, school events, or other media center needs as assigned
• Professionalism, reliability, and a positive attitude in supporting students and staff

Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• District Cataloging:
• Maintain the integrity of information in the Destiny Library Management and Destiny Resource Management Systems at the District level – by entering records for use by each campus media center personnel or merging/evaluating data entered by any campus media center personnel
• Catalog and process all acquisitions to the English Station Elementary and Middle School/High School library collections using Destiny Library Manager and other online cataloging resources as needed
• Catalog and process all acquisitions to the resource collections for any campus (including, but not limited to curriculum and technological devices) using Destiny Resource Manager and other online cataloging resources as needed
• Create and run Library and Resource management reports as needed
• Process donations
• Assist and guide other media center employees or other office staff (all campuses) regarding questions relating to the use of the Destiny Management System as needed
• Database Maintenance:
• Update and maintain the Destiny patron, faculty, and staff database for all campuses
• Annually update district wide calendars, course start/end dates, and link curriculum to classes in Destiny
• Manage Enrollment/Disenrollment patrons throughout the year as needed.
• Promote and update student accounts annually to prepare for importing new school year data
• Collect library and resource fines and submit to the business office.
• Complete end-of-year reports for the business office, documenting who has items out requiring a hold of grades and transcripts.
• Circulation Desk:
• Open the MS/HS Media Center before school and supervise students
• Manage the MS/HS circulation desk assisting media center patrons (students, faculty, staff, parents, and other visitors) with…