Librarian/Library Media Specialist

Job Description

Job Title :

Librarian / Library Media Specialist

Reports To : Immediate Supervisor

Prepared By :

The Division of Human Resources

Board Approved Date :

Salary Range :

TE308 to TI312 ($50,000-$128,206)

Summary :

It is the responsibility of the Librarian / Library Media Specialist to function as a leader in the learning community of the school by collaborating with faculty and staff to prepare students with information and technological literacy skills for lifelong independent learning. The Librarian / Library Media Specialist shall administer the library / media program in conformance with professional library standards and principles as well as local and state policies. This includes but is not limited to supervising students; answering reference questions; serving as a readers’ advisor; instructing individuals and classes; serving as a curriculum resource for staff; and cataloging materials.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Plans and administers a well-rounded school library media program based on local and state policies and standards

Manages use of the library administrative and instructional software, hardware, and network to enhance library services

Establishes a collection development plan to meet the needs of teachers and a diverse student population

Manages resources and hardware required to provide easy access to information

Prepares and administers federal, state, and local budgets as appropriate

Prepares required reports

Maintains a functional, attractive, and welcoming environment

Manages student behavior to maintain an environment conducive to learning

Maximizes the amount of time available in the library media center by establishing flexible access policies and procedures

Maintains appropriate and required records, inventories, and files

Trains, directs, and supervises volunteers, and student assistants

Develops and implements an on-going program of public relations

Performs other duties as assigned by the principal

Serves as a school leader in the evaluation, acquisition, and utilization of traditional and technological resource

Works with administrators, teachers, parents, community libraries, and others to provide access to varied information sources to meet students’ needs.

Demonstrates to students, staff, and others strategies for accessing and utilizing information from traditional and technological resources

Promotes the ethical and legal use of information

Maintains a collection of up-to-date professional materials for staff

Provides instruction for students and staff in the effective use of hardware and software necessary to obtain information in any format

Provides instruction for students and staff in the effective use of the media center and its components

Provides programs and services to encourage lifelong learning through developing students’ critical reading, viewing listening, and thinking skills

The experienced librarian / media specialist plans for professional development

The new or beginning librarian / media specialist plans for professional self- development

Maintains certification and other needed qualifications

Takes and active role in building-level decision making

Participates in grade-level / subject area curriculum planning and evaluations

Serves on professional learning communities, task forces and decision-making committees, when appropriate

Implements school improvement plan

Creates partnerships with parents / caregivers, and colleagues regarding library / media center expectations, student progress, and provides clear and timely information relative to ways they can assist learning

Encourages parents / caregivers to become active partners in their children’s education and to become involved in school and library / media center activities

Seeks community involvement in the library / media center program

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned that are related to the functions of the position.

Essential Functions / Qualifications / Requirements

Education and Experience

Must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college / university. Must hold a valid Teacher Certificate with Library Science endorsement.

Work Environment Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Professional Conduct

The Employees are required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes, but is not limited to, neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to East Baton Rouge Parish School System policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.

Technological Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in general use of a computer, the use of Email as a form of communication, and other job-specific equipment, software, and / or applications.

Verifient Information

Verifient Link

Note : New employees coming to EBRPSS / current employees new to a position, must use the Verifient website to verify qualifying years of experience (outside of EBRPSS) aligned to the job description. All new employees to the district / current employees new to a position will receive 0 years of experience aligned to the job description until the verification of previous experience aligned to the job description is received.

Experience verifications must be received in the Office of Human Resources within the first 6 months of employment in order to be eligible for a retroactive payment.

Company Description

More information about Careers in EBR including the Salary Matrix can be found at EBRSchools.org / Careers.

For assistance completing this job application, please visit Applicant Support Center FAQ or contact the Human Resources Department at 225-922-5468.

The East Baton Rouge Parish School System and all of its entities (including Career and Technical Education Programs) do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, disability, or gender in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment), and it is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of gender by Title IX (20 USC 168) and on the basis of disability by Section 504 (42 USC 794). The Title IX Coordinator is Andrew Davis, Director of Risk Management – ADavis6@ebrschools.org, (225) 929-8705. The Section 504 Coordinator is Danielle Staten – DStaten@ebrschools.org, (225) 930-5350.

Benefits

Medical

Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D (Accidental Death and Dismemberment)

Disability (Short-term, Long-term)

Employee Assistance Program (counseling)

Group Whole Life (Employee, Spouse, Dependents)

Accident

Critical Illness and Cancer

Hospital Indemnity

PartnerCare Plus

403b and 457 Plans (optional)

Click here to view the EBR Employee Benefits webpage where you'll find a link to download the current Employee Benefits Guidebook.

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