JOB TITLE: Supervisor of Media Services	LOCATION: Media Center
	JOB CATEGORY: Non-Classified
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Assistant Superintendent, Instruction	PAY GRADE: Supervisor
	FLSA STATUS: Exempt

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Provides leadership in the area of media and textbook procurement and inventory maintenance, including budget development and management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

• Reports on the status of media programs and services at the request of the Assistant Superintendent;
• Prepares reports as requested by the Virginia Department of Education;
• Assists in the preparation administration of the school board budget for Media programs;
• Initiates and administers inservice programs to foster professional growth as directed in media-related programs;
• Provides leadership in the division textbook selection process and purchase of textbooks;
• Follows all recommended and legal procedures in the area of textbook purchase;
• Assists in the development and implementation of the division’s curricular and instructional goals;
• Stays informed of current educational trends and programs for division schools;
• Administers the division’s home instruction/religious exemption guidelines;
• Administers the division-wide tuition assistance program for professional development;
• Supervises all personnel assigned to the media center office/department;
• Attends School Board meetings and prepares such reports, as requested by the Assistant Superintendent;
• Maintains licensure at the state and/or national level; assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies;
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
• Performs related duties as assigned by Assistant Superintendent of Instruction in accordance with the school/system policies and practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrated ability and professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with school personnel and members of the community. The ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, and parents.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and hold a Postgraduate Professional Licensure with an endorsement as a supervisor/administrator. Successful experience in public education as a teacher, librarian, and/or administrator is required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidate must be able to meet the criteria for the approved Rockingham County Public Schools driving list. Frequent operation of county owned vehicles is required to travel to schools throughout the division, school-related functions, administrative building, maintenance building, and central office. Candidate must possess good moral character.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

Duties performed typically in school settings to include: media center, classroom, gym, school library and auditorium areas. Frequent walking, stooping, standing, lifting, up to approximately 40 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment and/or textbooks weighing up to approximately 75pounds may be required. Other limited physical activities are required. Travel to schools throughout the division and central office is required. 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. Regular contact with building administrators, staff members, and parents is required. Contact with parents by phone and in person is necessary.

EVALUATION

The Assistant Superintendent of Instruction will evaluate performance on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.

School Board Approved

8/14/01