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MEDIA ASSISTANT 2

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MEDIA ASSISTANT 2
Class Code: 203P
Category: Information Services


Definition

Using computerized and/or manual systems, process requests and schedule media material and equipment requests.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Under direct supervision, positions at the "1" level schedule and process client orders for in-stock media equipment and materials.  

Under general supervision, positions at the "2" level schedule, maintain and control the circulation of media material and equipment; make acquisition recommendations; process purchase orders for new and rental media materials; research materials and coordinate requests with vendors and other sources.

Typical Work

Processes requests for films, video tapes CD-ROM, laser disks and other media materials and equipment for local usage and off campus rental; coordinates requests for projection services; follows-up on overdue requests;  

Inspects media materials and racks for correct shelving and proper care of collections; searches for lost items; plans space arrangements in racks; initiates requests for repairs;  

Advises faculty and staff of available films, tapes and other media materials;  

Inspects media materials for defects and/or damage; operates film rewinding, inspection, and splicing equipment;  

Conducts inventory and maintains computerized and/or manual inventory records, reports and purchase orders;  

Assists faculty, students and staff in the operation of media equipment;  

May schedule and maintain a preview program for films and videos;  

May deliver, set up and operate media equipment such as audio and video playback systems, VCRs, overhead projectors, and film and slide projectors;  

May perform minor repair to films and video tapes including insertion of replacement footage;  

May perform routine cataloging of audio visual materials;  

May direct the work of others;  

Performs related duties as required.

Legal Requirement(s)

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Desirable Qualifications

High school graduation

AND 

One year of experience as a Media Assistant 1 

OR 

Equivalent education/experience.

Class Specification History

New Class (3557/3558): 1-3-73
Revise Class (3558): 6-15-73
New Class (3559): 6-15-73
Revise Class (3559): 4-15-76
Revise MD (3557/3558/3559): 7-2-90
Revise Class and Title: 4-14-95
Revised class code: (formerly 3558) effective July 1, 2007.
Base range salary adjustment adopted 6/13/2019, effective 7/1/2019; from range 29 to 32.