Library Assistant

Library assistants help prepare and organise library resources such as books, magazines, CDs, journals and DVDs.

Library assistants may perform the following tasks:

• sort material according to classification or catalogue numbers and return library materials to shelves or other storage areas
• issue items from library collections to borrowers and record identification data and due dates
• check records to compile lists of overdue items
• issue overdue notices to borrowers
• inspect returned items for damage and make minor repairs where required
• issue identification cards to borrowers
• answer telephone enquiries
• assist librarians and library technicians with information enquiries
• assist with outreach services, such as a home library service for people who are not able to visit the library due to illness or disability
• assist customers in finding print and non-print materials
• perform inter-library loan functions.

Library assistants work as part of a team under the supervision of librarians or library technicians. They are often responsible for daily library operations.

Personal Requirements:

• knowledge and understanding of computers
• physically fit
• good organisational skills
• good communication skills
• able to work under pressure
• good customer service skills.

Related Jobs:

• Education Aide
• Librarian
• Library Technician

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