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MEDIA ASSISTANT 1

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MEDIA ASSISTANT 1
Class Code: 203O
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;  

Uses computer applications and software to document and track client/customer requests;

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

Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.

Desirable Qualifications

High school graduation  

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 3557) effective July 1, 2007.
Base range salary adjustment adopted 6/30/2017, effective 7/1/2017.
Revised typical work; adopted June 13, 2019; effective July 1, 2019; from range 27 to 30.

Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.