Salem City Schools is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year.

 

LIBRARIAN/MEDIA SPECIALIST

 

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:

Performs difficult professional work instructing students in library and technology skills, operating a school library/media center and serving as a resource for instructional personnel and students; does related work as required.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the Principal and the Director of Instruction and Innovation.  Supervision is exercised over media aides, personalized learning lab facilitator and student workers. This is an exempt position as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act.  Employees holding exempt positions often are required to follow a flexible work schedule, which may include working extended hours to meet specific job responsibilities.  The contracted salary covers all hours worked.

 

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects, and some light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, lifting, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

Planning, overseeing, supervising and operating the library/media center; providing instruction in library and technology skills; serving as library and media resource person.  The Librarian/Media Specialist also…

• Teaches essential library, reference, computer literacy skills to required standards;
• Develops lesson plans based on needs and abilities of students;
• Evaluates, selects and orders new library materials, software, supplies and equipment;
• Assists teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials;
• Maintains a comprehensive and efficient system of computerized cataloging of library materials and inventory;
• Instructs students and faculty in the use of library/media center and audio visual materials and equipment and instructional technology;
• Counsels with and provides guidance to students with special reading needs or unusual intellectual interests;
• Publicizes the services of the library/media center, prepares and maintains bulletin boards and displays;
• Promotes appropriate conduct of students by establishing and enforcing rules;
• Performs general library duties relating to cataloging, reference, shelving, inventory, circulation; and collection maintenance;
• Preparation and administration of the library/media center budget; prepares reports as required;
• Supports the instruction of division technology standards;
• May supervise and facilitate credit recovery programs;
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional books and instructional materials;
• Participates in faculty committees and student activity sponsorship as required;
• Attends Parent Teacher Association meetings;
• Performs related tasks as required.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of professional library, principles, materials and practices; thorough knowledge of prescribed school system policies and procedures; ability to evaluate library and technology programs and services and to develop improved methods; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in library science or completion of a library science program.  Possession of or ability to acquire appropriate license(s), certificate(s) and/or endorsement(s) for position as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board.

 

Revised February 2025

 

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