Media Specialist

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
 
May 22, 2026

POSITION: Media Specialist

LOCATION:  Northside Elementary School

JOB SUMMARY:

The Dougherty County School System is seeking a dynamic, student-centered Media Specialist to support teaching and learning through the effective management of the school media program. The Media Specialist serves as an instructional leader, information specialist, technology partner, and literacy advocate who fosters a culture of reading, inquiry, digital citizenship, and lifelong learning. This position is responsible for managing the school media center, providing equitable access to print and digital resources, collaborating with teachers to enhance instruction, and integrating technology and information literacy into the curriculum.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelors' degree or higher;
2. Valid Georgia Teacher certification or Charter Waiver Eligible;
3. Knowledge of library media services, instructional technology, and information literacy practices;
4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

1. Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills;
2. Ability to establish positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community stakeholders;
3. Ability to motivate and engage students in reading, research, and digital learning experiences;
4. Ability to effectively utilize educational technology platforms, digital resources, media tools, and library management systems;
5. Knowledge of instructional strategies that support literacy, research, and digital citizenship;
6. Ability to analyze data and utilize information to improve media services and student learning outcomes;
7. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain accurate records and inventories;
8. Ability to perform routine physical activities required to fulfill job responsibilities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance;
2. Maintains a professional, organized, and student-focused learning environment;
3. Develops and implements short- and long-range goals for the school media program aligned to school and district priorities;
4. Manages the daily operations of the school media center, including circulation, scheduling, inventory, cataloging, and resource organization;
5. Selects, acquires, evaluates, and maintains print, multimedia, and digital resources that support curriculum and student interests;
6. Collaborates with teachers and school leaders to integrate information literacy, research skills, and technology into classroom instruction;
7. Provides instruction to students and staff on the effective use of library resources, databases, technology tools, and digital platforms;
8. Promotes literacy and a love of reading through engaging programs, displays, events, and schoolwide initiatives;
9. Supports students in developing responsible digital citizenship and ethical use of information and technology;
10. Facilitates equitable access to information and instructional resources for all learners;
11. Maintains accurate records and reports related to media center usage, inventory, and resource allocation;
12. Coordinates the maintenance, repair, and inventory of media equipment and technology resources;
13. Assists faculty and staff with locating instructional materials and integrating digital resources into instruction;
14. Participates in school improvement planning, curriculum development, and professional learning activities;
15. Ensures compliance with district policies, state guidelines, and copyright regulations related to media services and technology use;
16. Maintains a safe, welcoming, and inclusive media center environment that supports student achievement and engagement;

17. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or designee.

     

REPORTS TO:  Principal

SALARY RANGE:  Ten-Month Contract - Competitive salary and excellent benefits package in accordance with the DCSS Compensation Guide.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed upon submission. To ensure consideration, please submit all required application materials by May 29, 2026. 
 

 INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY ONLINE.

  THE DOUGHERTY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR DISABILITY.

The System reserves the right to waive any qualifications or other provisions of this advertisement by statute or regulations.

 Dougherty County School System uses Frontline Education to manage employment applications online.

About Us:
The Dougherty County School System is a leading catalyst and advocate for public education in Southwest Georgia. It's the largest school system in the second congressional district. The school district has 21 schools (13 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative middle/high school), 3 learning centers, and the Commodore Conyers College & Career Academy. All schools are accredited by Cognia. The DCSS offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Dougherty County is recognized for its quail and duck hunting, fishing, the Flint River, and many cypress swamps. The County has a population of approximately 90,000. Our County has two institutions of higher education, Albany State University and Albany Technical College. Notable points of interest include the Albany Museum of Art, the Flint RiverQuarium, the Albany Civil Rights Institute, the Parks at Chehaw, Radium Springs Gardens, and Thronateeska Heritage Center, which includes the Museum of History, Wetherbee Planetarium, and the Science Discovery Center. Dougherty County is a short drive to Atlanta, the Georgia coast, as well as the Florida Gulf Coast beaches.

Important Note:
This document provides descriptive information about the above Dougherty County School System position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. The Dougherty County School System reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.