Library Technician
Library technicians assist librarians and other information managers to organise and operate systems for handling recorded material and files.
Library technicians cover all facets of library functions including circulation, acquisitions, reference and audiovisual. They usually work under the supervision of librarians, but may also supervise other library or clerical staff.
Library technicians may perform the following tasks:
- order, check and sort new library materials
- search and check information on materials to be catalogued, such as books, DVDs, magazines and journals
- maintain library records and circulation systems by entering data into computerised databases and editing computer records
- enter cataloguing details onto networked online cataloguing databases such as the National Library's Kinetica cataloguing service
- search online databases for copy cataloguing data
- assist librarians to answer loan and reference queries at the counter or via telephone or email
- operate and assist in the simple maintenance of audiovisual and photocopying equipment
- produce display and publicity material
- arrange loans to and from other libraries
- conduct library tours and reader education
- assist client use of CD-ROM, online databases and internet services
- use internet resources to provide inter-library loan services to clients
- organise the binding of library materials.
The work done by library technicians varies with the size and type of library. In large libraries, they may specialise in one or more areas (e.g. acquisition, cataloguing, reference work, online services or children's services). They may also work in specialist libraries such as school, company or law libraries.
Personal Requirements:
- a methodical approach to work
- a keen eye for detail
- good communication skills
- good organisational skills
- enjoy computers
- good interpersonal skills.
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