Library Assistants, Clerical

Description

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.

Interests

Conventional
Social

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Work Values

Relationships
Support
Achievement

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Work Styles

Cooperation
Dependability
Integrity
Attention to Detail
Concern for Others

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Responsibilities

Tasks

Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audio-visual equipment.
Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Answer routine inquiries and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.

Work Activities

Working with Computers
Getting Information
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Detailed Work Activities

Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

T-A-S-K

Technology Skills

Data base user interface and query software
Presentation software
Library software
Spreadsheet software
Electronic mail software

Abilities

Oral Expression
Written Comprehension
Information Ordering
Oral Comprehension
Near Vision

Skills

Service Orientation
Active Listening
Reading Comprehension
Coordination
Critical Thinking

Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service
Administrative
English Language
Education and Training
Psychology

Education

Most Common Education Level

The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue for that career.

Certificates

These are the certification(s) applicable to Library Assistants, Clerical:

Certificate name

Tosa Google Slides

Certifying Organization

Isograd/Tosa

Type

Product/Equipment

Certificate name	Certifying Organization	Type
Tosa Google Slides	Isograd/Tosa	Product/Equipment

Income & Employability

Income Percentile

The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.

Income Percentile	Annual Income
Low (10%)	$29,047
Median (50%)	$38,512
High (90%)	$61,662

Income by Experience

This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).

Experience	Income
Entry Level	$39,619
Mid Level	$50,772
Senior Level	$66,900
Expert Level	N/A

Employability

There are currently 87,700 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to decrease to 82,700 positions, reflecting a projected decline of -6%.

The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.

Projected Job Growth of -6%

Video Resources

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