2026-2027 Library Media Assistant- San Marcos (4 Hrs)

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

CLASSIFICATION: SUPPORT STAFF

JOB TITLE: LIBRARY MEDIA ASSISTANT

CALENDAR: 2082PT (9 MONTH)

SALARY: GRADE 107 (SUPPORT HOURLY)

HOURS: 4.0

Job Goal:

Perform a variety of clerical services in the library.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including all Microsoft Office and Google programs
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Vision and hearing are adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner

Core Job Functions:

• Perform a wide variety of clerical tasks, including typing, filing, coding, and preparing reports
• Check books in and out of the library
• Maintain a variety of records and files
• Input data into the computer
• Shelve books and make minor repairs
• Operate the library and AV equipment
• Collect fines for lost books under the supervision of the Media Specialist
• Prepare bulletin boards and displays as needed
• Train in library software
• Assist with library collection inventory as needed
• Assist students with book selection and technology assistance
• Be flexible and perform other duties relating to the general job function as assigned by the supervisor
• Accept responsibility for students' well-being and safety while they are in the employee's care
• Be alert to and report the possibility of any substance use, child abuse, or dangerous situation based upon daily observation
• Operating and caring for school districts' equipment properly
• Follow district policies as outlined
• Perform all duties safely and prudently as directed by supervisors

Core Values:

• Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.
• Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.
• Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.
• Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.
• Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. Our community supports us because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.

Professional Qualities:

• Promote positive interactions with colleagues
• Promote positive interactions with students, parents, and community members
• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual
• Be flexible and adaptable to change
• Positively accept direction
• Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
• Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis
• Be a positive role model for students
• Adhere to district and school rules and procedures
• Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Physical Requirements:

• Positions in this classification often require physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, and sitting.
• The job involves finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), and focusing ability.
• Employees may be exposed to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and loud noises.
• The work may require lifting or exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
• Reasonable accommodation may be available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• The physical demands described are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential job functions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Note:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Updated 11/17/25