- Description
- Work Activities
- Abilities
- Interests
- Knowledge
- Wages
- Skills
- Work Values
- Work Styles
- Related Degrees
- Work Context
- Task Ratings
- Education
Job Description: Compile records, 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.
Library Assistants, Clerical spend a lot of their time Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events. They are naturally good at Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Near Vision, and Speech Recognition. Library Assistants, Clerical are typically characterized as being Conventional and Realistic. They are usually very knowledgable about Clerical, Customer and Personal Service, and English Language and are skilled at Reading Comprehension and Service Orientation.
Work Activities
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Handling and Moving Objects
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Getting Information
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Documenting/Recording Information
Processing Information
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Interacting With Computers
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Performing Administrative Activities
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
Thinking Creatively
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Analyzing Data or Information
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
Scheduling Work and Activities
Training and Teaching Others
Developing and Building Teams
Performing General Physical Activities
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
Coaching and Developing Others
Assisting and Caring for Others
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
Developing Objectives and Strategies
Controlling Machines and Processes
Selling or Influencing Others
Staffing Organizational Units
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
Abilities
Oral Expression
Oral Comprehension
Near Vision
Speech Recognition
Far Vision
Written Comprehension
Category Flexibility
Information Ordering
Written Expression
Deductive Reasoning
Speech Clarity
Problem Sensitivity
Perceptual Speed
Inductive Reasoning
Selective Attention
Flexibility of Closure
Extent Flexibility
Visualization
Number Facility
Finger Dexterity
Static Strength
Speed of Closure
Trunk Strength
Memorization
Manual Dexterity
Time Sharing
Originality
Fluency of Ideas
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Mathematical Reasoning
Auditory Attention
Multilimb Coordination
Hearing Sensitivity
Visual Color Discrimination
Dynamic Strength
Gross Body Coordination
Control Precision
Spatial Orientation
Depth Perception
Gross Body Equilibrium
Wrist-Finger Speed
Stamina
Interests
Conventional
Realistic
Social
Enterprising
Investigative
Artistic
Knowledge
Clerical
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Computers and Electronics
Geography
Education and Training
History and Archeology
Communications and Media
Sociology and Anthropology
Sales and Marketing
Law and Government
Psychology
Mathematics
Public Safety and Security
Administration and Management
Personnel and Human Resources
Economics and Accounting
Production and Processing
Foreign Language
Therapy and Counseling
Fine Arts
Telecommunications
Philosophy and Theology
Mechanical
Transportation
Medicine and Dentistry
Wages
Alaska
$35,180
Nevada
$30,240
Hawaii
$29,570
District of Columbia
$29,090
California
$28,870
Washington
$28,830
Arizona
$28,810
Oregon
$28,560
Massachusetts
$28,150
Connecticut
$25,700
Virginia
$25,680
New York
$25,300
New Jersey
$25,180
Puerto Rico
$24,860
Wyoming
$24,830
Colorado
$24,520
Florida
$23,900
Ohio
$23,620
Minnesota
$23,280
Rhode Island
$23,070
Texas
$22,940
Tennessee
$22,870
Montana
$22,680
Wisconsin
$22,650
Vermont
$22,500
Pennsylvania
$22,470
South Carolina
$22,410
Illinois
$22,310
Kentucky
$21,980
Maryland
$21,860
North Carolina
$21,790
New Hampshire
$21,600
Maine
$21,440
Iowa
$21,050
Georgia
$21,040
Missouri
$20,920
Louisiana
$20,710
Indiana
$20,360
Michigan
$20,240
Utah
$19,240
Nebraska
$18,890
Kansas
$18,840
Delaware
$18,810
Oklahoma
$18,800
North Dakota
$18,680
New Mexico
$18,590
Idaho
$18,550
Arkansas
$18,530
South Dakota
$18,460
Alabama
$17,980
Mississippi
$17,840
West Virginia
$17,530
Skills
Reading Comprehension
Service Orientation
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Coordination
Writing
Social Perceptiveness
Monitoring
Instructing
Time Management
Active Learning
Judgment and Decision Making
Mathematics
Learning Strategies
Management of Personnel Resources
Complex Problem Solving
Systems Analysis
Persuasion
Management of Material Resources
Negotiation
Systems Evaluation
Quality Control Analysis
Management of Financial Resources
Technology Design
Equipment Maintenance
Operation Monitoring
Programming
Troubleshooting
Work Values
Relationships
Support
Achievement
Working Conditions
Recognition
Independence
Work Styles
Cooperation
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Independence
Adaptability/Flexibility
Concern for Others
Stress Tolerance
Self Control
Integrity
Initiative
Social Orientation
Persistence
Achievement/Effort
Analytical Thinking
Innovation
Leadership
Related University Degree Programs
Work Context
Face-to-Face Discussions
Telephone
Electronic Mail
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Contact With Others
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Work With Work Group or Team
Freedom to Make Decisions
Spend Time Sitting
Frequency of Decision Making
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Letters and Memos
Exposed to Contaminants
Physical Proximity
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Coordinate or Lead Others
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Time Pressure
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Degree of Automation
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Spend Time Standing
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Spend Time Walking and Running
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Level of Competition
Public Speaking
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Consequence of Error
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Duration of Typical Work Week
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Work Schedules
Exposed to Radiation
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to High Places
-40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-A lot of freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-About half the time-
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
-Completely automated-
Degree of Automation
-Constant contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others about half the time-
Contact With Others
-Contact with others most of the time-
Contact With Others
-Continually or almost continually-
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
-Every day-
Face-to-Face Discussions
Telephone
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Electronic Mail
Exposed to Contaminants
Frequency of Decision Making
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Letters and Memos
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Time Pressure
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Public Speaking
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to High Places
Outdoors, Under Cover
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Radiation
-Extremely competitive-
Level of Competition
-Extremely important-
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Work With Work Group or Team
Coordinate or Lead Others
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Extremely serious-
Consequence of Error
-Fairly important-
Coordinate or Lead Others
Deal With External Customers
Work With Work Group or Team
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
-Fairly serious-
Consequence of Error
-High responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Highly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Highly competitive-
Level of Competition
-I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)-
Physical Proximity
-I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)-
Physical Proximity
-Important-
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Coordinate or Lead Others
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Deal With External Customers
-Important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)-
Work Schedules
-Less than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-Less than half the time-
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Sitting
-Limited freedom-
Freedom to Make Decisions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
-Limited responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Minor results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderate responsibility-
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
-Moderate results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Moderately automated-
Degree of Automation
-Moderately close (at arm's length)-
Physical Proximity
-Moderately competitive-
Level of Competition
-More than 40 hours-
Duration of Typical Work Week
-More than half the time-
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Spend Time Sitting
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Walking and Running
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
-Never-
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Exposed to Radiation
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to High Places
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Public Speaking
Exposed to Contaminants
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
Frequency of Decision Making
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Time Pressure
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Spend Time Walking and Running
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Letters and Memos
Spend Time Standing
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
Electronic Mail
Telephone
Spend Time Sitting
Face-to-Face Discussions
-No contact with others-
Contact With Others
-No freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-No responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-No results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Not at all automated-
Degree of Automation
-Not at all competitive-
Level of Competition
-Not important at all-
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
Deal With External Customers
Coordinate or Lead Others
Work With Work Group or Team
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
-Not serious at all-
Consequence of Error
-Occasional contact with others-
Contact With Others
-Once a month or more but not every week-
Time Pressure
Letters and Memos
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
Frequency of Decision Making
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Electronic Mail
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Telephone
Face-to-Face Discussions
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Public Speaking
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Exposed to Contaminants
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Exposed to High Places
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Radiation
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
-Once a week or more but not every day-
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Frequency of Decision Making
Letters and Memos
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Electronic Mail
Telephone
Face-to-Face Discussions
Time Pressure
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Exposed to Contaminants
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Public Speaking
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Exposed to High Places
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Outdoors, Under Cover
Exposed to Radiation
-Once a year or more but not every month-
Public Speaking
Frequency of Conflict Situations
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
Letters and Memos
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
Outdoors, Under Cover
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
Exposed to Contaminants
Frequency of Decision Making
Time Pressure
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
Exposed to Disease or Infections
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
Face-to-Face Discussions
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
Exposed to High Places
Electronic Mail
Exposed to Radiation
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
Telephone
-Regular (established routine, set schedule)-
Work Schedules
-Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)-
Work Schedules
-Serious-
Consequence of Error
-Slightly automated-
Degree of Automation
-Slightly close (e.g., shared office)-
Physical Proximity
-Slightly competitive-
Level of Competition
-Some freedom-
Structured versus Unstructured Work
Freedom to Make Decisions
-Very close (near touching)-
Physical Proximity
-Very high responsibility-
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
-Very important-
Deal With External Customers
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
Work With Work Group or Team
Coordinate or Lead Others
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
-Very important results-
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
-Very little freedom-
Freedom to Make Decisions
Structured versus Unstructured Work
-Very serious-
Consequence of Error
Task Ratings
- Importance Core-
Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audiovisual (AV) equipment.
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.
Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
Schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
- Importance Supplemental-
Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-dated items.
Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities such as, invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.
Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
Prepare library statistics reports.
Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
Assist in the preparation of book displays.
Design or maintain library web site and online catalogues.
- Relevance of Task Core-
Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.
Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
Schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audiovisual (AV) equipment.
Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
- Relevance of Task Supplemental-
Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
Prepare library statistics reports.
Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities such as, invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-dated items.
Assist in the preparation of book displays.
Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.
Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
Design or maintain library web site and online catalogues.
Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audiovisual (AV) equipment.
Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
Schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.
-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.
Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities such as, invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-dated items.
Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
Design or maintain library web site and online catalogues.
Prepare library statistics reports.
Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
Assist in the preparation of book displays.
-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audiovisual (AV) equipment.
Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
Schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-dated items.
Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities such as, invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.
Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
Design or maintain library web site and online catalogues.
Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
Assist in the preparation of book displays.
Prepare library statistics reports.
-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.
Schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audiovisual (AV) equipment.
-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
Prepare library statistics reports.
Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
Assist in the preparation of book displays.
Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities such as, invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-dated items.
Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
Design or maintain library web site and online catalogues.
Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.
-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audiovisual (AV) equipment.
Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.
Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
Schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-dated items.
Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
Assist in the preparation of book displays.
Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities such as, invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Design or maintain library web site and online catalogues.
Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.
Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
Prepare library statistics reports.
Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.
Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audiovisual (AV) equipment.
Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.
Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
Assist in the preparation of book displays.
Prepare library statistics reports.
Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Design or maintain library web site and online catalogues.
Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities such as, invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-dated items.
Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
Schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audiovisual (AV) equipment.
-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-dated items.
Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities such as, invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.
Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
Design or maintain library web site and online catalogues.
Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
Assist in the preparation of book displays.
Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
Prepare library statistics reports.
-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-
Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.
Schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audiovisual (AV) equipment.
-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-
Design or maintain library web site and online catalogues.
Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
Prepare library statistics reports.
Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
Assist in the preparation of book displays.
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-dated items.
Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.
Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities such as, invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
Education Training Experience
-On-Site or In-Plant Training-
None
Up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
-On-the-Job Training-
None or short demonstration
Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
-Related Work Experience-
None
Up to and including 1 month
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years
-Required Level of Education-
Less than a High School Diploma
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
Some College Courses
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)
Bachelor's Degree