How do they match: Library Technicians

  • Assist librarians by helping readers in the use of library catalogs, databases, and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference. Compile records; sort and shelve books or other media; remove or repair damaged books or other media; register patrons; and check materials in and out of the circulation process. Replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files. Includes bookmobile drivers who assist with providing services in mobile libraries.

  • Catalogue and sort books and other print and non-print materials according to procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
  • Check for damaged library materials, such as books or audio-visual equipment, and provide replacements or make repairs.
  • Compile and maintain records relating to circulation, materials, and equipment.
  • Compose explanatory summaries of contents of books and other reference materials.
  • Conduct reference searches, using printed materials and in-house and online databases.
  • Help patrons find and use library resources, such as reference materials, audio-visual equipment, computers, and other electronic resources and provide technical assistance when needed.
  • Order all print and non-print library materials, checking prices, figuring costs, preparing order slips, and making payments.
  • Organize and maintain periodicals and reference materials.
  • Process print and non-print library materials to prepare them for inclusion in library collections.
  • Provide assistance to teachers and students by locating materials and helping to complete special projects.
  • Reserve, circulate, renew, and discharge books and other materials.
  • Review subject matter of materials to be classified and select classification numbers and headings according to classification systems.
  • Verify bibliographical data for materials, including author, title, publisher, publication date, and edition.

  • Classify materials according to standard systems.
  • Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.
  • Develop instructional materials.
  • Distribute instructional or library materials.
  • Help patrons use library or archival resources.
  • Inspect materials or equipment to determine need for repair or replacement.
  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
  • Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
  • Organize informational materials.
  • Process library materials.
  • Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.