Library Clerk - District Wide - 2026-2027

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist the school librarian in organizing and providing materials, both print and non-print, for student and teacher use

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Must meet one of these requirements:
• • Minimum of forty-eight (48) semester college, or
  • Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or
  • Have met formal academic assessment as required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) or No Child Left Behind (NCLB)
• Eligible to obtain an Educational Aide certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification
• CPR, First Aid and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certified, to be completed within 90 days of hire
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient typing, keyboarding, and file maintenance skills
• Ability to file books following district cataloging system
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well with students

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

• Provide an atmosphere conducive to learning
• Perform tasks under general supervision of a librarian
• Assist the librarian in routine clerical tasks and participate in selecting, planning, organizing and evaluating the library program; as instructed by the librarian
• Assist the librarian in the various aspects of book circulation activities, including the issue, receipt, and re-shelving of books, materials, and equipment
• Follow the processing instructions for new books, weeding, and inventory as requested by the librarian
• Submit all requests or needs for subject-related materials and equipment through the librarian
• Keep the librarian informed of special needs or concerns of individual students and staff
• Provide a safe and conducive atmosphere for the library program using routines established by the librarian at the campus.
• Keep the librarian informed of special needs or concerns of individual students and staff
• Follow the lesson plans of the librarian; including read-aloud and follow-up lessons
• Assist students, staff, and parents with a variety of technology (i.e. Chromebooks, laptops, desktops, iPads, Kindle Fire Tablets, pointers, wireless mice, document cameras, USB ports, etc.)
• Assist students, staff, and parents with software and web-based platforms used by JISD (i.e. TexQuest resources, Destiny, Sora, Google Suite, Discovery Education, Microsoft products, etc.)
• Initiate help desk tickets for technology issues
• Prepare materials for classroom or reserved collection use as requested by teachers, with the guidance of the librarian
• Prepare bulletin boards and displays, with the guidance of the librarian
• Assist the librarian in preparing instructional materials
• Perform routine maintenance for texts/equipment (i.e. repair books, magazines, materials)
• Assist in initiating, and submitting requisitions for needed repairs for the library from outside facilities
• Attend appropriate in-service training sessions
• Complete tasks in a timely manner (i.e. including but not limited to shelving books, weeding, inventory, preparing lesson materials, curating materials, other tasks assigned by the librarian)
• Assist with other duties as assigned by campus administration (i.e. including but not limited to bus duty, lunch duty, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned, based on department needs
• Must complete designated district technology proficiencies each year
• Requires a basic knowledge of technology/computer skills
• Ability to use a personal computer to access district programs, emails, and other resources
• Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
• Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics
• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervision and evaluation of District personnel is not a requirement of the position; however, the supervision of students is required.

Equipment Used:

• Office equipment – personal computer, printer, calculator, multi-line telephone, software programs and peripherals, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position

Mental Demands:

• Ability to read, concentrate, communicate effectively (verbally and written), interpret, reason, understand verbal instructions, memorize, coordinate, compile, compute, analyze, differentiate
• Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands:

• Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, driving
• Occasional: Lifting, heavy, 45 pounds or more

Environmental Factors:

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration
• Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.)

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.