Big Spring School District Library Aide

Secondary Library Aide

POSITION SUMMARY: The Library Aide ensures smooth and efficient operation of the library and sets daily priorities based on knowledge of the overall function of the library and performs work as required or assigned. This position will support the librarian in the high school and middle school buildings. The secondary library aide is responsible to the secondary librarian and to the building principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

·       Plans, initiates and carries to completion, clerical, secretarial and administrative activities related to the operation of the school’s library 

·       Maintains student library use records and accounts including overdue notices and the collection of fines 

·       Shelves books and other library materials, repairing books as needed,  

·       Supervises and trains student library aides

·       Supervises students in the library

·       Perform clerical skills required in such areas as acquisitions, maintaining records, receiving and processing materials, and taking inventory.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

·       Ability to perform several tasks concurrently under varying deadlines

·       Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative in dealing with students, faculty, and the public

·       Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing including clear, polite telephone communication skills 

·       Demonstrate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel

·       Ability to work efficiently under minimum supervision

·       Visual acuity to read correspondence and a computer screen. Auditory acuity to be able to use telephone. Ability to speak clearly and distinctly.

Qualifications:

·       Previous relevant experience in an educational or library setting is an asset.

·       Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED

·       PA Department of Education Form 6004: Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification – Act 24

·       PA State Police Criminal History Clearance – Act 34

·       Federal Criminal History Clearance – Act 114

·       Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training – Act 126

·       Child Abuse Clearance – Act 151

·       Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release – Act 168

·       Tuberculosis Test/Physical