How do they match: Library Assistants, Clerical

  • Media Assistant
  • Medical Library Assistant
  • Technical Assistant
  • Technical Services Assistant
  • Braille and Talking Books Clerk
  • Library Media Assistant
  • Library Information Assistant
  • Library Technical Assistant
  • Library Technician

  • 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.

  • Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audio-visual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
  • Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
  • Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
  • Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned and file catalog cards according to system used.
  • Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities, such as invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
  • Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
  • Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.

  • Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.
  • Attach identification information to products, items or containers.
  • Demonstrate activity techniques or equipment use.
  • Enter information into databases or software programs.
  • Maintain financial or account records.
  • Maintain inventory records.
  • Prepare research or technical reports.
  • Send information, materials or documentation.
  • Store records or related materials.