Digital Library Assistant

SALARY DETAILS

APPLICATION FILING DATES

Application Open Date: March 12, 2025

Application Close Date: March 29, 2025

INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

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BENEFITS

Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS). Vacation: Full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service. Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The Digital Library Assistant assists in the traffic and programming functions of KLCS programs by maintaining the digital library, labeling digital media, ingesting digital content, reviewing logs to confirm accuracy, and entering and maintaining data in a database. The position will perform the following:

- Organizes, classifies, and coordinates digital media, programs and metadata content. 
- Duplicates or makes arrangements for the duplication of digital media content.
- Labels digital media content with identifying information.
- Double-checks digital content identification to prevent metadata errors on-air. 
- Procures approved alternative digital video assets when replacements are needed. 
- Verifies the availability of digital content in anticipation of daily broadcast schedules.
- Ensures that information in the daily broadcast operations log is accurate by reporting digital media discrepancies and making corrections.
- Advises the Multicast Traffic Coordinator, Television Programming Associate, or other appropriate person if digital content integrity is poor or corrupted.
- Answers a variety of questions from viewers on source of program content and availability of copies.
- Contacts suppliers or appropriate television station for content procurement.
- Relays information regarding the digital library and broadcasting materials to television station staff.
- Inputs program offers and metadata into a database. 
- Prepares records for satellite feeds.
- Compiles daily program logs by entering information such as broadcast start times, lengths, titles, and event numbers of programs.
- Generates program logs and reports on available special and instructional television programs using office computer or other peripheral equipment.
- Assists with the delivery of media content and equipment.
- Provides Master Control with program and metadata content that are scheduled for broadcast. Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:
Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency. College level courses in television broadcasting are preferable.

Experience:
Six months of experience in inspecting, storing, issuing, cataloging, shipping or receiving broadcast digital media and equipment. Experience with broadcast management systems is preferable.

Special:
A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle, or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation.

Special Physical Requirement:
Safely lift items weighing up to 45 pounds

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

An ideal candidate for the Digital Library Assistant position would be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to assist in the traffic and programming functions of KLCS programs by maintaining digital media content effectively. This individual will be responsible for downloading, organizing, classifying, coordinating, and labeling digital media and metadata with a strong focus on accuracy. The candidate should also be able to work independently, verifying and maintaining content integrity to ensure there are no errors in the broadcast schedule or content.

The ideal candidate will also possess strong time management skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, and work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines. Effective communication is highly desired, as the role will involve interacting with team members, suppliers, and viewers to provide accurate information regarding content availability and procurement.

A good understanding of digital library procedures, broadcast management systems, cloud-based distribution and proficiency in using relevant computer applications (such as word processing, spreadsheets, and database systems) is essential for success in this role. Adaptability is key, as the candidate must be able to handle shifting priorities and unexpected challenges while maintaining the integrity and accuracy of digital media content. 
 

EMPLOYMENT SELECTION PROCESS

The tentative assessment plan includes a technical interview.

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For more information about the LAUSD employment assessment process, visit our website at https://careers.lausd.org.

APPLICATION PROCESS

DO YOU NEED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WITH THE ON-LINE APPLICATION? Email us at helpmeapply@lausd.net To find out whether the application deadline has been extended, visit the website at: http://www.lausdjobs.org . The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion. Reasonable accommodations in completing an application and testing are available to individuals with disabilities. Please call (213) 241-3455 for more information.

If you have questions regarding these instructions, submitting the questionnaire, or the selection process in general, please contact Nga Nguyen at n.nguyen@lausd.net.

ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION

The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct, or bullying. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct or bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart disease), medical condition (cancer related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.

For inquiries or complaints contact our Equal Opportunity Section, (213) 241-7685.

Selection and promotion are based on a competitive employment assessment process. Candidates who pass all parts of the assessment process are placed on a hiring (eligibility) list based on their assessment score. Hiring departments may make job offers to candidates on the top three ranks of the hiring list. Eligibility typically lasts for 12 months. The hiring list resulting from this assessment process may be used to fill open positions in related job classifications.

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