How do they match: Library Assistants, Clerical

  • Access Services Assistant
  • Book Sorter
  • Library Services Assistant
  • Library Customer Service Clerk
  • Public Services Assistant
  • Technical Services Assistant

  • Compile records, and 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.

  • Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
  • Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
  • Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.

  • Sort mail.
  • Sort materials or products.
  • Provide customer service to clients or users.