***Please Note: This position is anticipated to start during the 2025-2026 School Year.***

Legible and valid proof of EACH of the following item(s) MUST be attached to your application:

A) Updated Resume | Detailed, updated resume (relevant to this position) and work experience information is REQUIRED, as it will be factored for the recruitment process and salary placement

B) Valid Proof of Library courses

**Valid proof consists of certifications and/or transcripts (official or unofficial) 

 If we are unable to open your attachment, you will be screened out. We recommend uploading in PDF or Word.

**We recommend working on a desktop to complete and submit your application, as you may encounter issues working on a mobile device.**

Please note:

Failure to attach ALL required documents will cause you to be screened out. Failure to submit a complete application, including two (2) references with contact information, will cause you to be screened out. Documents received in person, via email or fax, and/or after the deadline will NOT be considered. Only the most qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Documents received in person, via email or fax, and/or after the deadline will NOT be considered. Only the most qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

LIBRARY MEDIA TECHNICIAN I

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the Principal or designee, to assist students and staff in using the
library/media center resources; to perform highly complex and specialized library work; to perform
technical work in the ordering, receiving, processing, shelving, and circulation of library and
textbooks, technology, and other printed materials; perform essential job duties and
responsibilities and other related work as may be required. Incumbents have major responsibility
for the operation of the library/media center and receive limited assistance from a supervisor.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist and instruct students in the use of the card catalog;
• Assist individuals and groups of students in the use of basic reference sources in finding and
selecting resource materials, books and other library housed materials;
• Maintain and monitor student behavior in library;
• Establish library visitation schedules;
• 0rder books, magazines, and supplies for replacement or addition to the existing library,
audio-visual, or other media collections;
• Present orientation programs for incoming students; assign duties, supervise their
participation and evaluate their work;
• Catalog and circulate books, paperbacks, periodicals, technology devices, band instruments,
student textbooks, teacher TE's, and other media materials, assign accession numbers
and input into library database;
• Maintain records and communicate regarding overdue, lost, and damaged literacy materials,
technical, and musical equipment;
• Cull or weed literacy materials, technology devices, textbooks, curriculum, musical
equipment to remove obsolete, damaged, or withdrawn materials;
• Inventory and prepare surplus forms for all technology and curriculum materials and
disseminate information
• Prepare and organize student library cards;
• Repair bindery and library materials;
• Work with staff in arranging special programs to encourage literacy and use of library; may
read stories; may develop reading incentive programs;
• Maintain an attractive learning environment; plan, design and decorate bulletin boards,
special interest centers and set-up displays; Maintain professional publications and resource
area for staff and keep materials current;
• Meet with vendors regarding library related materials; may prepare textbook orders; receive
and verify shipments; maintain inventory control records; may shelve and maintain
textbook depository;
• Maintain procedures for transferring and/or existing students and staff of all HUSD materials
check-out;

• Perform general clerical duties, including typing, filing and maintaining records in the
library;
• Supervise student library aides in performing library duties and evaluate their work;
• Review and introduce library and technology usage and literature to students on a daily
basis;
• Initial troubleshooting of technology equipment, collaborate with IT to make minor repairs
or help ticket referral to IT if necessary;
• Provides ongoing communication updates regarding technology and curriculum;
• Serve as a resource to administrators, staff, parents, and community: primary point of
contact between IT and school sites;
• Perform other related work as may be required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
• Library/media center, methods, practices, and terminology;
• Dewey Decimal Classification System and library/media center reference materials;
• Modern office and library/media center clerical procedures and practices including filing
systems and software programs;
• General public relations;
• Working with students in a library setting, including training student workers;
• Office machines and technology equipment including the use of a computer;
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Ability to:
• Maintain a wide variety or records in connection with school library/media centers;
• Perform technical library/media center work with a minimum of supervision;
• Relate well to students and their academic needs;
• Learn and utilize new and current technologies;
• Assist students and teachers with the use of the library/media center;
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing;
• Maintain order among students using the library/media center;
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of
work;
• Diagnose and troubleshoot minor problems of technology devices and equipment;
• Access and use District-adopted web-based systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school, including or supplemented by library
courses.
Experience: Some practical library work experience; and two (2) years of clerical experience.
preferably in a school library/media center; possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES
If driving a vehicle is required in the course of work, operator must possess a valid California
Driver’s License and maintain possession of such license during the course of employment; have an acceptable driving record; and must be insurable at standard rates by the District’s insurance
carrier and maintain such insurability.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical demands that this position classification must perform in carrying out the essential job duties and responsibilities listed above.
Physical Demands:
Manual dexterity to operate a computer and related equipment and handle working with various
materials and objects; sit, look down, turn neck (frequently); walk, stand, bend, stoop, reach, twist (continuously); squat, kneel, push, pull, climb stairs (frequently); lift and carry items to 10 pounds (continuously), to 25 pounds (frequently); grasp/manipulate materials and supplies (frequently);
sit for extended periods of time; use vision, hearing and speaking (continuously).
Working Conditions:
Inside classroom/library and/or outside playground, exposure to moderate noise created inside and outside the library, seasonal temperatures, dust, and wind.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Hemet Unified School District
(HUSD) will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities for the
purpose of enabling the performance of the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
HUSD encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations
with the Human Resources and/or Safety/Risk Management.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Classified Bargaining Unit Position
Range 28
10.5 Months

Non-Discrimination Policy:
The Hemet Unified School District (District) is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in District programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For all complaints concerning students, employees, and programs please contact: 

Dr. Carol Tomeo, Director, Title IX, Compliance & Resolution

ctomeo@hemetusd.org

1791 W. Acacia Avenue

Hemet, CA 92545

(951) 765-5100 ext. 2255

For questions concerning Section 504, please contact: 

Joshua Workman, Director, Student Support Services

jworkman@hemetusd.org

1791 W. Acacia Avenue

Hemet, CA 92545

(951) 765-5100 ext. 3500

For questions concerning educational equity, please contact: 

Michael Schanze, Coordinator of Child Welfare & Attendance

and Educational Equity

mschanze@hemetusd.org

1791 W. Acacia Avenue

Hemet, CA 92545

(951) 765-5100 ext. 3700

HUSDs nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located under the District's Board Policy listings at this link.  

To report information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or make a complaint of discrimination under Title IX, please refer to the HUSD website at this link.