Media Clerk

San Diego Mesa College is a prominent institution within the San Diego Community College District, recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, diversity, equity, and inclusion. As the largest college in the district, it boasts a strong financial foundation, state-of-the-art facilities, and a dedicated, world-class faculty and staff. With a history spanning over six decades, Mesa College has pioneered educational advancements, including the offering of a Community College Bachelor’s Degree. The college emphasizes pathways to success for a diverse student body, fostering equitable outcomes and maintaining its status as a leading institution known as the "Leading College of Equity & Excellence." Its environment cultivates innovation, student support, and professional growth for its employees, reflecting its core values in every aspect of the campus life and operational functions.

The Media Clerk position at San Diego Mesa College is an essential classified role within the Library Learning Resource Center. This full-time, 12-month position, operating at 1.0 FTE with a salary range of $5,389.17 monthly based on Range 14 of the Classified salary schedule, entails providing critical clerical and media technical support to enhance library services. The selected candidate will deliver superior customer service at circulation and help desks, support the check-in and check-out process for library materials, and assist patrons with printing and other needs. This role requires managing and maintaining a media collection, performing minor equipment maintenance, and supporting the distribution and processing of instructional materials.

Beyond typical clerical responsibilities, the Media Clerk will train and supervise student assistants and hourly personnel, coordinate scheduling, and conduct basic orientations. The role demands organizational skills to maintain order and cleanliness in library spaces and involves preparing requisitions and correspondence. Employees must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. The position is classified as non-exempt under FLSA and may accrue overtime hours. The college offers excellent benefits to contract employees working 50 percent or more FTE, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans, retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Candidates with skills in Microsoft Office 365, library service platforms such as Ex Libris Alma and Primo, and other management systems like Campus Solutions and PeopleSoft are ideal. Prior experience in library settings, familiarity with the Library of Congress classification system, and strong communication and organizational skills are highly valued. The role also requires physical stamina for tasks such as shelving books and operating office machines. Commitment to cultural competency and inclusivity toward a diverse student and staff community is a must, ensuring the Media Clerk contributes positively to the college’s equitable and inclusive environment.

The employment process includes requirements such as proof of eligibility to work, tuberculosis screening, fingerprint clearance via Live Scan, and submission of official transcripts, with a temporary probationary period applicable. San Diego Mesa College encourages applications from candidates who are passionate about supporting academic and student success through dedicated library services and are committed to the institution’s values of equity, excellence, and accessibility.