How do they match: Library Assistants, Clerical

  • Access Services Assistant
  • Braille and Talking Books Clerk
  • Library Services Assistant
  • Library Customer Service Clerk
  • Public Services Assistant
  • Technical Services Assistant

  • Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
  • Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status and compute any applicable fines.
  • Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
  • Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-of-date items.
  • Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audio-visual equipment.
  • Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
  • Process new materials including books, audio-visual materials, and computer software.

  • Calculate financial data.
  • Develop computer or online applications.
  • Enter information into databases or software programs.
  • Provide customer service to clients or users.
  • Store records or related materials.