Library Media Secretary

Job Title: Library Media Secretary

Revised Date: November 2025 

Work Days: 181 days

Reports To: Administrator

SUMMARY:

This position will assist the Teacher Librarian with the tasks required to effectively run a library, assist with library lessons, organize materials and help students find the resources they need. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise daily book collection/return
• Monitor student behavior during library class and check out times.
• Observe and discuss student progress and/or concerns with District Teacher Librarian or classroom teacher.
• Assist with students in various settings.
• Train appropriate personnel to use the Circulation System.
• Catalog new materials, run overdue notices, process lost books/fine and update student records
• Help to maintain an organized library (this could include but not be limited to processing new books, shelve books, pull books, inventory, )
• Help with technology (assign & repair)
• Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations, and Board Policies.
• All other duties as assigned by the principal
• Assist in maintaining computer programs.
• Assist with Library lessons
• Support lesson plans as assigned by the District Teacher Librarian
• Perform various typing and/or copying assignments  
• Make recommendations for books to replace or remove from collection 
• Maintain list of supplies needing to be purchased
• Update, create/assemble materials for monthly displays

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITY:

• Be a positive role model
• Be self-motivated, responsible, flexible and a productive team member.
• Be able to relate well with students, staff and parents from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
• Be able to handle confidential materials and respect confidentiality of sensitive information.  
• Initiate improvement processes within the scope of this position to enhance district functions or improve personal job performance. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Degree or higher
• Experience working in educational or having knowledge of the Circulation System is preferred
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Mid-Prairie Community School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. 

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.  

The hours would be 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.