Library Information Specialist

This position is for the 2025-2026 School Year

Starting compensation package for certified specialists is $61,594

Starting compensation package for non-certified specialists is $58,690

Primary Purpose :

The Library Media Specialist will promote the success of all students by providing a balance between print and technology while ensuring continuous access to digital resources. The Library Media Specialist will provide leadership and expertise in the selection, acquisition, evaluation and organization of information resources and technologies in all formats, as well as expertise in the ethical use of information. The Library Media Specialist will supervise and manage the school library / media center and provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems. The Library Media Specialist will serve as an instructional technology specialist to ensure the library / media center is involved in instructional programs of the campus and will assist campus principals and teachers in integration and use of instructional technology.

Qualifications : Education / Certification

• Bachelor's Degree (REQUIRED)
• Master's degree from accredited college or university preferred
• Valid Texas school librarian certificate or endorsement preferred

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Experience :

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

Additional Duties :

As assigned by Principal or Instructional Technologist

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Interrelations :

Employee Punctuality and Appearance :

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Tools / Equipment Used

Personal computer and peripherals, and other instructional equipment

Posture : Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing / pulling, and twisting

Motion : Frequent walking

Lifting : May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non-ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment : Exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands : Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.