Library/Media Assistant
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Hanover High School is looking for a full time Library/Media Assistant toworkin ourlibrary assisting faculty and staff with circulationaudiovisual and computer services. This position will also provide student supervision and assist with processingbooks and material loans. The ideal candidate willprovide a well-organized smoothly functioning library environment in whichstaff and students can take full advantage of available resources. Position begins 8/25/2025 open until filled.
This position is governed by theHSS/NEA-NH Union Agreement.
Thisis a school year position with an hourly range of $19.05 to $24.99 depending on education and experience.
Please visit theInformation for New Hires pagefordetails about benefits and more.
POSITION TITLE: LIBRARY/MEDIA ASSISTANT
Job Description Approved By:SAU 70
Date:
02/01/2017
General Purpose:
To assist the professional library staff faculty and staff with circulation
audiovisual and computer services student supervision and the processing of
books and materials; and to provide a well organized smoothly functioning library environment in which teachers and students can take full advantage of available resources.
Reports to:
Library Media Specialist; Principal/designee
Supervises:
N/A
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Except as specifically noted the following functions are considered essential to this position:
- Provides clerical support and assists in generating reports and correspondence.
- Orders receives and processes media materials approved for purchase or rental.
- Maintains necessary statistics.
- Operates the circulation desk and keeps complete circulation files and records including overdue books.
- Basic repairing of damaged materials.
- Prepares materials and equipment for reserve.
- Prepares periodicals for shelving and maintains collection.
- Assists in inventory of media materials and the preparation of lists of missing materials and materials to be discarded.
- Checks materials in and out.
- Shelves materials.
- Oversees the general neatness and appearance of the library media center.
- Assists students in the use of the library media center and its materials.
- Monitors attendance in the library and assists with student supervision and management.
- Assists in promotion of the library program and resources.
- Provides input and information to library media specialist for program and collection development.
- Assists in preparing and maintaining displays which reinforce important parts of the curriculum.
- Process rentals and mailings.
- Operates equipment on request either in the library media center or elsewhere in the school.
- Assists with training and supervision of student assistants volunteers and/or substitutes.
- Recognizes that student progress and records are confidential and must be discussed only with appropriate school personnel.
- Recognizes that all communication with parents and other third parties regarding students shall not be the responsibility of the assistant.
- Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by building administration.
Evaluation:
- Evaluation will be based on ability and effectiveness in carrying out the responsibilities of the position as defined.
- Performance evaluations will be reviewed annually by Building Principal in cooperation with the Superintendent and in accordance with School Board policy.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- School Year 185 days
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- Some experience in library work preferred
- Must be familiar with computer operations and applications
Necessary Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of general concepts of child growth and development
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instruction
- Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with students and staff
- Clerical skills (including keyboarding/typing)
- Technical skills (Internet research equipment setup Microsoft Office library ordering/cataloging)
- Willingness to work with students
- Detail-oriented
- Good communication skills
- Display initiative
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:N/A
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS:
Primary Physical Requirements:
(Not Rarely Occasionally or Frequently Required)
1. Lift up to 10 lbs:
Frequently required
2. Lift 11 to 25 lbs:
Occasionally required
3. Lift 25 to 50 lbs:
Rarely required
4. Lift over 50 lbs:
Not required
5. Carry up to 10 lbs:
Frequently required
6. Carry 11 to 25 lbs:
Occasionally required
7. Carry 26 to 50 lbs:
Rarely required
8. Carry over 50 lbs:
Not required
9. Reach above shoulder height:
Frequently required
10. Reach at shoulder height:
Frequently required
11. Reach below shoulder height:
Frequently required
12. Push/Pull:
Occasionally required
Hand Manipulation:
(Not Rarely Occasionally or Frequently Required)
1. Keyboarding:
Frequently required
2. Gross Manipulation:
Frequently required
3. Fine Manipulation:
Frequently required
Other Physical Consideration:
(Not Rarely Occasionally or Frequently Required)
1. Twisting:
Frequently required
2. Bending:
Frequently required
3. Crawling:
Rarely required
4. Squatting:
Occasionally required
5. Kneeling:
Occasionally required
6. Crouching:
Occasionally required
7. Climbing:
Rarely required
8. Balancing:
Rarely required
Work Surface(s):
- Tile & carpeted floors.
- Playground: Asphalt concrete grass mulched and sandy surfaces.
During the Work Day Employee is Required to:
1. Sit:
up to 3 consecutive hours
2. Stand:
up to 3 consecutive hours
3. Walk:
up to 1 consecutive hour
Work Performed:
Inside: 99%
Outside: 1%
Cognitive and Sensory Requirement(s):
Other Training Skills and Experience Requirements:
- Ability to work with staff students parents and the community.
Summary of Occupational Exposures:
- Classroom & library environment. Occasional physical contact with children including physical contact needed for restraint of children. Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
Other Considerations and Requirements:
- This can be a fairly sedentary position. Employee is rarely required to do some lifting. Employee is typically required to stand sit and walk throughout the assignment.
Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check required by state law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
