Durango School District is accepting applications for a Media Tech at Florida Mesa Elementary. This position is 0.6 FTE, 9 month and includes benefits. Position begins August 17, 2026.
Employee workforce housing available in the 2026/2027 school year!
For the 26/27 SY, this position includes a one-time $1080 bonus for staff newly hired to the school district! (pro-rated for late start).
Job Title: Media Tech Pay Grade: ESP Salary Schedule
Job Family: Student Support FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Department: Student Services and School Based Prepared Date: July 1, 2015, rev. 7/1/18 7/1/20
Typical Work Year: 9 months
SUMMARY: Works with the building principal to oversee and organize all aspects of the library including use of facilities, equipment technology, collections, etc. in conjunction with the district library.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 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. The frequency and percentage of time of duties may vary based on building or department assignment.
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Performs circulation desk duties and activities; checks in/out books, videos and magazines; checks in/out and/or schedules A/V equipment for staff and students, and other resource materials via the library’s computer program.
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Provides and maintains a library climate that promotes reading, learning, collaboration, and flexible use of facilities.
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Instructs and assists students, staff, and patrons with locating resource materials and the use of the computerized library card catalog; performs circulation updates on computer.
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Organizes materials; shelves library materials using the Dewey Decimal System; rearranges shelving as necessary. Prepares displays and bulletin boards.
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Repairs and maintains materials.
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Supervises students in the library and/or computer lab to maintain a learning atmosphere.
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Generates overdue notices for resource materials via the computerized library system. Determines costs to replace lost/damaged books, videos, and other resources. Keeps accurate records of fines/payments.
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Prepares new materials for circulation. Uses computer library system to manage cataloging new materials. Research and determine appropriate subject headings and revise as necessary.
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Manage inter-library loans.
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Trains/instructs teachers, staff, and students in the use of hardware (Mimios, Smartboards, scanners, document cameras, digital cameras, etc.) and software to achieve curriculum goals and enhance student achievement.
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Assists with inventorying computer equipment throughout the school
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Provides supervision and direction for volunteers, and student assistants. Manages volunteer schedule for the library.
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Oversees the library schedule.
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Performs lunch, recess, crosswalk, etc. duties as assigned.
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Instructs students on proper library behaviors, use of shelf markers, library policies, and care of checked out materials.
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Works with the District Librarian to maintain the collection and assists the principal with placing orders for the library.
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Acts as a liaison between the school and the district technology department.
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Manages technology and equipment. Troubleshoots equipment issues and manages technology work orders.
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Manages student access information for digital resources; assigns and manages student passwords, assists teachers with aspects of the digital resources.
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Assists the technology department with the installation of software.
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Performs other duties as assigned
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1% Engage in ongoing professional development.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING: High school diploma or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE: None required. Experience in a school setting and/or educational training preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS: None required. Criminal Background Check required for hire.
TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:
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Oral and written communication skills.
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English language skills; multilingual skills preferred.
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Interpersonal relations skills.
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Personal computer and keyboarding skills.
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Customer service and public relations skills.
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Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks/priorities with frequent interruptions.
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Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building/department procedures.
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Ability to grow and develop knowledge, skills, and attitude through professional development.
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Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team setting
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Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:
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Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
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Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office, email/calendar systems.
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Operating knowledge of and experience with library software preferred at time of hire. Required within one month of hire. Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, Email, etc.
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Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.
Durango School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact Laura Galido, Compliance Officer, Durango School District, 281 Sawyer Drive, Durango, CO 81303, (970) 247-5411, [email protected], or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 Spear Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, (303) 844-5695.
