How do they match: Library Assistants, Clerical

  • Plan or participate in library events and programs, such as story time with children.
  • Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
  • Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
  • Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
  • Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned and file catalog cards according to system used.
  • Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
  • Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.

  • Plan educational activities.
  • Plan special events.
  • Arrange items for use or display.
  • Demonstrate activity techniques or equipment use.
  • Provide customer service to clients or users.