Media Clerk Elementary

Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.



If you have questions regarding this position please contact Tarell Richards Principal at or email

Hours per week: 24

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills training education responsibilities abilities; the machines tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical punctual reliable and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Job Summary
The Media Clerk supervises the media center under the direction of the district media specialist.
Attendance physical presence and timeliness are required and are essential functions of this position.

Essential Functions

• Manage patron records and information on computer and issue patron identification cards according to established procedures.
• Catalog and process library materials such as books DVDs CD-ROMs pictures kits etc.
• Check in and out all materials to students and teachers.
• Inspect returned library materials for damage and repair if possible.
• Sort books publications and other items according to classification code and return them to shelves files or other designated storage areas.
• Sort for damage. Repair if possible.
• Compile lists of overdue books etc. and issue overdue notices to borrowers. Compute and receive fines as per school policy.
• Track overdue library materials and issue overdue notices to borrowers. Determine fines according to school policy.
• Help patrons locate books publications Internet sites and other materials.
• Assist library committee in the acquisition of materials that support the learning goals of the school.
• Maintain a well-organized inviting media center with displays bulletin boards etc.
• Attend district training meetings.

Non-Essential Functions

• Other duties as assigned

Required Education and Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Some college preferred.

Required Prior Experience
Some library experience preferred.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work well with students and teachers.
• Self-motivated and able to take directions from supervisors.
• Ability to learn new skills and functions.

Assigned Decision Making
Decides library schedule order books plans library time for class visits prepares library learning environment.

Interactions with Others
Positive interaction of students teachers support personnel parents parents and administrators.

Supervisory Responsibility
None

Budget Responsibility
Makes library book and supply purchases in consultation with district specialists and/or school administration.

Working Environment
Work setting is mainly in the media center.

Physical Requirements ï½ Not limited to the following:

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to speak and/or hear.
• Frequently required to stand walk reach with hands and arms and stoop kneel and crouch.
• Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and/or move to 50 lbs.

Note: The list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.