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About The Branson School
The Branson School is a coeducational, college-preparatory day school of 320 students, grades 9-12, located in Marin County, California. Branson is more than just a great school. It’s an ever-evolving educational community that challenges and supports students as they grow into confident, thoughtful, ethical people.
We encourage students to be brave in whatever they do – in the classroom, on the field, on stage, in the community, even with their peers. The faculty values collaboration, continual growth and improvement, reflection, and student centered teaching. Branson teachers work in a beautiful, well-resourced environment with dedicated students. The faculty is widely regarded as outstanding and there exists in the faculty an admirable esprit de corps and a positive attitude about their work and their relationship with students.
Mission Statement
Branson develops students who make a positive impact in the world by leading lives of integrity, purpose, learning, and joy.
Diversity Mission Statement
Branson believes that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to create a truly excellent learning environment and a vibrant, caring community. We aspire to have every member of the Branson community feel a deep sense of belonging and inclusion.
Core Values: Courage, Kindness, Honor, Purpose
Position Description
Working closely with the Digital Literacy Specialist, the Front Desk Attendant performs a wide variety of library duties in the school library setting.
Library Duties:
Assisting students in making effective use of the Library’s resources, collections and programs. This person may also need to provide technical training to students and staff as needed. Welcoming and checking in visitors to campus.
Work Requirements
The Front Desk Attendant must be able to work with high school students, communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. This person must be able to interpret and explain library procedures and information and be able to organize, and maintain accurate files. A high level of maturity and judgment is crucial to this role as this person must respond effectively to the needs of a diverse student, parent, and employee population.
Responsibilities of the Front Desk Attendant
Critical features of this job are described below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
Functions & Responsibilities:
General
There is a receptionist-like duty that needs to staffed.
Supervises students and creates a conducive atmosphere for study and research.
Is responsible for the Library in the absence of the Librarian.
Manages library space when Librarian is providing in-class instruction.
This position is a non-exempt, academic year position.
Circulation and Collection Management
Conducts annual inventory of collection, including script, video and periodical collections.
Processes all new acquisitions and re-cataloged books.
Enters copy cataloging for new books in support of Librarian’s cataloging workload.
Circulates all materials.
Communicates with students and faculty that have overdue materials and assesses overdue fines through the Business Office.
Notifies the Librarian of worn or damaged books and repairs to send to bindery.
Assists in annual circulation and distribution of library textbooks.
Oversees reserve textbook lending.
Pulls reserve books for English classes for each trimester.
Shelve print materials in accordance with Dewey cataloging system and maintaining proper organization.
Research Assistance
Becomes familiar with print collection and online research tools in support of curriculum.
Assists teachers and students with basic research questions.
Student Assistance
Answers routine reference questions.
Instructs students on how to use the Library and the online catalog and directs them to the correct book location(s).
Assists the Librarian in communicating Library policies, events, or other important information to the Branson community.
Maintains supply “depot” for student use.
Provides assistance to students using Library computers, copiers and printers.
Other
Processes mail, orders supplies, makes photocopies and performs other clerical duties.
Proctors tests for students.
Distributes daily newspapers to locations throughout campus.
Performs other duties in support of the school, at the discretion of the Librarian.
Position Requirements
● A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
● Able to work successfully with a diverse population.
● Able to work well independently and as a team member.
● Able to adapt to changing situations and priorities.
● Solid technology skills, and comfortable learning new software programs.
● Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
● Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize efficiently and effectively.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and basic computer troubleshooting
Familiarity with Google Apps.
Knowledge of young adult literature is a plus.
Experience working with teenagers is essential.
Physical Requirements
On a continuous basis, sit at a desk, stand, or walk for long periods of time. Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk or computer workstation; extend arms above the shoulder to reach and retrieve books and materials from shelves; grasp books and materials; lift materials and supplies which may weigh up to 30 pounds.
Use telephone; write or use keyboard to communicate through written means;
See in the normal vision range with or without correction to read typical business documents and computer screens; Specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision
Hear in the normal range with or without correction.
Work is performed indoors in an air- conditioned office environment with fluorescent lighting and moderate noise level.
Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquiries.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Branson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all applicants, employees, volunteers and interns, and the School makes decisions based on the merits of each candidate. Branson prohibits discrimination based on an individual’s race, color, religion (including all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy and breastfeeding), sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality) national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status or registered domestic partner status, uniformed service member or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, or any other basis protected by law. The School will afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, employees, volunteers, and interns as to all terms and conditions of employment, including, without limitation, compensation, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, and termination.
For Consideration
We encourage those that align with Branson’s shared commitment to its Mission Statement, Diversity Mission Statement and Core Values to apply by uploading a cover letter and resume to Michelle Jones, Director of Human Resources at: https://thebransonschool.applytojob.com/apply/rEYkuVSe0g/Front-Desk-Attendant-ASL-Interpreter
