Library Assistants, Clerical

Library Assistants, Clerical

Compile records, sort, shelve, issue, and receive library materials such as books, electronic media, pictures, cards, slides and microfilm. Locate library materials for loan and replace material in shelving area, stacks, or files according to identification number and title. Register patrons to permit them to borrow books, periodicals, and other library materials.

Key Competencies * Cooperation * Dependability * Integrity * Concern for Others * Attention to Detail * Self Control * Adaptability/Flexibility * Independence * Stress Tolerance * Initiative

Representative Tasks * Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas. * Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures. * Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-dated items.

Industry

Government, Educational Services,

Job Family Office and Administrative Support

Sample Job Titles Access Services Assistant, Acquisitions Assistant, Administrative Library Assistant, Book Sorter, Bookmobile Driver, Braille and Talking Books Clerk, Catalog Library Assistant, Cataloging Assistant, Circulation Clerk, Circulation Representative, Circulation Supervisor, Clerk, Film Library Clerk, Interlibrary Loan Specialist, Library Aide, Library Assistant, Library Associate, Library Circulation Assistant, Library Clerical Assistant, Library Clerk, Library Customer Service Clerk, Library Media Assistant, Library Page, Library Serials Assistant, Library Services Assistant, Library Specialist, Media Assistant, Medical Library Assistant, Microfilm Clerk, Page, Public Services Assistant, Reference Assistant, Registration Clerk, Talking Books Library Clerk, Technical Assistant, Technical Services Assistant.