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Library Media Specialist

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Alabama State Department of Education

Mountain Brook, AL (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/23/2026

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Job Description

MOUNTAIN BROOK SCHOOLS JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE
Library/Media Specialist
REPORTS TO
Principal
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
BS or MA Degree and Library/Media Certification.
Preferred:
Experience in school library/media center.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
The major responsibility will be to manage the school library/media center. The duties associated with this responsibility will include the following:
  • Develops a positive climate that encourages students and teachers to make optimum use of the resources of the media center.
  • Selects materials based upon the curriculum, learning activities, and student interests.
  • Ensures the 21 st Century library media program provides current print, non-print, technology and on-line materials.
  • Manages the acquisition, processing, organization, distribution, maintenance, and inventory of resources.
  • Utilizes current technologies and an approved electronic management system for instruction, assessment and data management.
  • Provides assistance in the evaluation of the library collection.
  • Provides training to students, staff, and parents in the use of electronic resources.
  • Selects and orders books and materials in accordance with the Selection Policy of the Mountain Brook Schools.
  • Administers budget allocations and maintains accurate financial records.
  • Maintains the library collection and all work areas in a neat and orderly fashion.
  • Works cooperatively with teachers to help students develop habits of independent work and to develop skill in the use of materials in relation to planned assignments.
  • Participates in personal professional development activities and organizations and demonstrates professional ethics.
  • Communicates effectively with parents and colleagues.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
  • Adheres to school system and school rules, regulations and procedures.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
10 month contract (202 days)
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policies on evaluation of professional personnel.