Elementary Library Clerk (Beginning 2024/25 School Year)

Position Type:

Classified/Clerk

Date Posted:

6/12/2024

Location:

Carrolls Elementary School

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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• Beginning 2024/25 School Year*

Location: Carrolls Elementary School

Position Details: 2 hrs/day, 9:00am to 11:00am; 115 days/year.

Position works M, W, F

Potential reduction hours due to Wednesday early release, early dismissals for parent conferences, holidays, and last day of school; reduction hours subject to change. Job assignment and/or building assignment are subject to change based on program needs determined by the district.

Pay Range: PSE 1 Salary Schedule

Benefits: This position is not eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance in accordance with the School Employee Benefits Board rules and regulations. Information about benefits offered can be found HERE. Paid time off and other benefits are offered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Public School Employees of Kelso Chapter #1 found HERE.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 85% time on computer

• Open/Close Library

• Log on/Shut down all computers and/or Chromebooks

• General knowledge of computer systems (Microsoft programs, Power Point, Follett/Destiny, VIZOR, InTouch, Skyward); 10 key knowledge; scanner knowledge (saving to accounts)

• Manage Chromebook distribution and monitor inventory

• Check in and check out books/textbooks

• Assist staff and students with laminating projets

• Assist staff with library schedule requests

• Assist students with active directory for computer log on, library research, computer research

• Assist students with google passwords, replace old passwords with google account request form

• Assist students/staff with computer/Chromeook log on, library research, computer research

• Assist students/staff saving to accounts

• Process new and old books with book/material processing (spine labels, bar codes, staming, due date, cataloging, book cover)

• Collect inventory including spring inventory, run reports, resolve all reports

• Handle routine telephone calls and direct calls to appropriate personnel

• Enter/withdraw all student/staff on library system

• Manage daily, weekly, monthly student reports

• Assess fines and receive money

• Make deposits

• Be punctual and have a regular/consistent attendance

• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies

• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform all other responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated successful secretarial and/or office management experience preferred

• Must possess respect, awareness and appreciation of diversity among individuals and the ability to set and/or support appropriates expectations for individuals

• Must possess positive and effective human relations skills - including ability to project a friendly and caring attitude towards all patrons of the school district both by proper verbal and written business communication

• Demonstrated ability to successfully relate to students of all ages

• Must possess ability to handle confidential matters appropriately and ethically

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member and analyze situations to define issues, draw conclusions, and determine resolutions and/or action plans

• Must possess ability to be accurate, detail oriented, organized, dependable, tactful, and be responsible including delegating of office tasks, and coordinating workflow of other individuals

• Demonstrated ability to use proper grammar, spelling and punctuation in written and oral communication, plus be proficient in mathematics, and read technical information

• Demonstrated ability to perform general office procedures using standardized methods, basic bookkeeping in compliance with recognized accounting principles, and record keeping duties - including efficiently maintaining accurate records, and files

• Demonstrated ability to efficiently operate all other commonly used office equipment - including ability to type 50 wpm and operate a 10 key calculator with accuracy

• Demonstrated ability to utilize relevant computer programs including word processing, spreadsheet, relational database systems, and publishing

• Must possess ability to multi-task with constant interruptions, be self-motivated toward assigned tasks, work independently with limited supervision, work well under pressure, and consistently meet required deadlines

• Must possess ability to accept direction and constructive criticism

• Willingness to successfully upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions

• Neat, clean personal appearance and traits that make him/her a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate for a safe and professional work environment

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma and/or equivalent; prior job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing

RESPONSIBLE TO:

• School Principal

BARGAINING UNIT AFFILIATION:

• Public School Employees of Kelso Chapter #1 (PSE 1)

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, the school district's Title VII Officer and ADA Coordinator. People of disability may request reasonable accommodation in the hiring process by contacting, Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626 or (360) 501-1924.

Inquiries regarding compliance procedures regarding students may be directed to Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services, the school district's Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator, 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626 (360) 501-1900.

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