Library assistants help librarians with all aspects of running a library. They assist patrons, organize library materials and information, and do clerical and administrative tasks.
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- Clerical Library Assistants
Business, Management and Administration
What do they typically do
- Loan library materials to patrons and collect returned materials
- Sort and reshelve returned books, periodicals, and other materials
- Catalogue and maintain library materials
- Handle interlibrary loans
- Register new patrons and issue library cards
- Answer routine reference questions from patrons
- Teach patrons how to use library resources
- Maintain computer databases used to locate library materials
- Perform routine clerical tasks such as answering phones and organizing files
- Help plan and participate in special programs, such as used-book sales, story times, or outreach programs
Number of Jobs
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Job Growth +0.2%
Job Openings 362
Education & Training
- Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.Associated Programs or MajorsLicenseN/A
NC Workforce Credentials
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