Library Assistant - Elementary Job at Federal Way Public Schools in Auburn

Position Summary

The Library Assistant – Elementary School plays a large part in ensuring that students have productive library experiences. The assistant greets guests cordially, keeps the library neat and tidy, shelves books accurately, checks books in and out in a timely manner, assists students in locating appropriate reading material, and assists students in accessing and using technology tools without providing direct instruction.

Responsibilities

• Greet students, staff, parents, community members and other visitors upon their entrance to the library.
• Assist individual students who visit the library and supervise to ensure students follow library expectations.
• Responsible for material check‑ins and check‑outs.
• Accurately shelve books, and process magazine and other library materials.
• Maintain patron and circulation records.
• Maintain records for overdue, lost and damaged books; notify teachers and parents of overdue books.
• May assist librarian with clerical tasks such as filing, sorting, photocopying and light correspondence.
• Assist with preparing new books for circulation.
• Assist with repairing and cleaning materials and equipment.
• May assist librarian in cataloging materials and equipment into the district library software system.
• May assist librarian with displays corresponding with holidays, special events, celebrations, etc.
• May be responsible for schedule and coordinate use of audiovisual equipment and software, including computer labs and storage systems for technology equipment.
• May assist librarian with end‑of‑year inventory.
• May assist librarian with maintaining laminating machine; may be responsible for laminating materials for staff.
• Multilingual staff member may be asked to translate within their scope of work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year clerical experience.
• Positive evaluations.
• Preferred qualifications: experience working in a school or library environment; basic knowledge of the district library software system; basic knowledge of the Internet is helpful.
• Knowledge of school board policies and procedures; Microsoft WORD and general aptitude for computers.
• Ability to organize and perform job responsibilities efficiently and independently without close supervision and pay strict attention to detail; perform safety responsibilities while under pressure; demonstrate basic knowledge of modern technology and willingness and ability to increase knowledge to proficiency; exhibit proper telephone etiquette; practice effective safety and security within individual work routines; remain flexible; ability to cope with frequent interruptions as part of a daily routine, to multi‑task and shift priorities to meet required deadlines; develop and maintain positive customer relations with staff, students, parents, and the public; cope with and assist angry or distraught students, parents, and other community members; work collaboratively with district staff and promote teamwork with co‑workers; practice ethical and professional standards of conduct including confidentiality; abide by Federal Way Public Schools’ policies and procedures; perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations; knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others; ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the district; ability to understand and hold self and others accountable for promoting the Federal Way Public Schools’ commitment to “Each Scholar: A Voice. A Dream. A Bright Future.”; ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.

Physical Demands

The employee will regularly stand and walk, bend neck and back, use hands for repetitive grasping and pushing/pulling. The employee may occasionally be required to squat, kneel, and use hands for fine manipulation, climb stairs/ladder, lift and reach overhead, and lift/carry. The employee must regularly lift/carry up to 5 pounds and frequently lift/carry up to 15 pounds. The employee will occasionally lift/carry a maximum of 25 lbs. The employee is occasionally required to push/pull a maximum weight of 200 pounds.

Work Environment

The employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The position constantly deals with frequent interruptions, demanding deadlines, and occasionally deals with angry and distraught employees, students, and community members.

Work Schedule

5.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, 190 days per year.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to the building principal and/or designee and receives direction and setting of priorities from the school librarian.

Benefits and Compensation

Level 4 on the FWEA‑ESP Salary Schedule. Pro-rated benefits include medical, dental, vision, sick and vacation leave, life insurance, professional development dollars, and retirement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status. The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the scope of responsibility and the level of knowledge and skills typically required but should not be considered an all‑inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified.