POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general supervision of a principal, the Media Specialist performs library related services. The position is responsible for establishing policies and procedures for the efficient operation of the media center.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Planning with the principal to support total school instructional program;
Planning with teachers for the integration of media skills with classroom content;
Arranging schedules and supervising the daily operation of the media center;
Searching for standard reference materials, including online sources and the Internet, to answer questions;
Analyzing requests to determine needed information, and assisting in furnishing or locating that information;
Teaching students to search for information using databases;
Keeping records of circulation and materials;
Budgeting, planning, and maintaining personnel records;
Checking books in and out of the library;
Explaining the use of library facilities, resources, equipment, and services, and providing information about library policies;
Reviewing and evaluating resource materials in order to select and order print, audiovisual, and electronic resources within county guidelines;
Coding, classifying, and cataloging books, publications, films, audiovisual aids, and other library materials based on subject matter or standard library classification systems;
Locating unusual or unique information in response to specific requests;
Troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance and repairs of audio-visual equipment;
Receiving and responding to inquiries, requests for assistance, concerns and complaints in areas of responsibility;
Performing general office work as necessary, including preparing reports and records, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes and e-mails, answering the telephone, ordering supplies and materials; and
Attending training, meetings, workshops and seminars as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Ability to work effectively with students, parents, administrators, colleagues, community, and other school system staff;
Ability to work with diverse populations;
Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education;
Ability to infuse technology into curriculum;
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft, Windows, Power Point and EXCEL with spreadsheet experience and knowledge of Internet and e-mail;
Excellent human relations and collaboration skills;
Effective oral and written communication skills;
Knowledge of school organization, goals and objectives, curriculum, teaching techniques, current trends, research, and materials of instruction in field of specialization;
Excellent knowledge and understanding of the teaching and learning process;
Lifting and transportation of training materials and equipment is required; and
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in School Library Media that included student teaching or a practicum from a program at an institute of higher education OR; Master's degree from a program that would lead to State certification as a library media specialist or a comparable position as determined by the State Department of Education OR; and Equivalent requirements for Maryland State Department of Education certification as a Library Media Specialist.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Holds or is eligible for a Professional Certificate appropriate to area of assignment issued by the Maryland State Department of Education.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.