How do they match: Library Assistants, Clerical

  • Braille and Talking Books Clerk

  • 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.

  • Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audio-visual 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.
  • Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
  • Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned and file catalog cards according to system used.
  • Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-of-date items.
  • Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities, such as invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
  • Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.

  • Maintain financial or account records.
  • Maintain inventory records.
  • Store records or related materials.