Library Assistants, Clerical

What Does a Library Assistants, Clerical Do?

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.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• 1Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
• 2Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audio-visual equipment.
• 3Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
• 4Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
• 5Answer routine inquiries and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
• 6Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-of-date items.
• 7Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
• 8Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.

Required Skills

• Adobe Acrobat
• Adobe Photoshop
• Automated circulation systems
• C++
• Cataloging software
• Database software
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office software
• Microsoft Outlook

Library Assistants, Clerical Salary