High School Media Specialist

Assignment Details
Position Title: High School Media Technician

Department/Building: Brainerd High School

Reports to: Building Principal

Assignment: 2026-2027 School Year

Hours: Full Time - 1 FTE, 8 hours per day

Salary Range: $20.50 - $22.40 per hour (Based on education and experience; wages outlined in the Educational Assistants Contract located on district website)

Contract Term: 174 Days, with the option for additional days upon mutual agreement with the District.

Union: Ed MN

FLSA: Overtime Exempt

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, TRA, 403b and PTO/ESST

Application Procedure
Apply online: wwwisd181.org JobID 1319 (Include Copies Of Your Transcripts With Your Application Materials)

Position Summary
The High School Media Specialist manages the media center and supports students and staff in accessing, evaluating, and using information effectively. This role promotes a welcoming, organized, and resource-rich learning environment.

Job Functions

Support students in locating, evaluating, and using print and digital resources

Assist students with technology tools and media resources including Chromebook checkout

Maintain the library collection, including cataloging, circulation, and inventory using management software

Oversee the daily operation of the media center, ensuring a productive and welcoming environment

Troubleshoot basic technology issues related to media center equipment

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of information literacy and research practices

Proficiency with educational technology and digital resources

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma

Experience: Preferred: Skyward Student experience

Ability to read, understand and follow directions in English.

Experience using the Google Suite.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer.

Ability to move throughout the workspace, including walking, standing, bending, or reaching occasionally.

Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, other standard office equipment and other handheld devices particular to the profession.

Visual acuity to read printed materials, digital screens, and perform work requiring close vision.

Hearing and speech abilities sufficient to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and in group settings.

Occasional lifting and carrying of materials or equipment, typically not exceeding 2025 pounds.

Ability to manage moderate levels of stress, deadlines, or competing demands inherent in a professional work environment.

Mobility to attend meetings or training sessions both on- and off-site and the ability to travel between multiple worksites as directed.

Work Environment

School environment with frequent interaction with students and staff.

May involve travel between schools within the district.

Exposure to noise, behaviors, or conditions common in school environments.

Brainerd Public Schools is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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