Library Assistant Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

Under direct supervision, the Library Assistant assists in performing overall daily maintenance of the library including ordering, cataloging, classifying, circulation, and maintaining all library periodicals, books, and materials. Provides information and assistance on the use of the card catalog.

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Maintains and organizes the circulation of library materials.
Assists in the directing and training of detainee library aides.
Assists in the selection of library books, periodicals, and materials for purchase.
- Conducts library inventories. Prepares, maintains, and reports appropriate records about circulation, inventory, newspapers, and magazines.
- May assist in conducting library orientation for classes in coordination with instructors.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 1

High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
Bachelor’s degree in library sciences or related field or provisional/professional Librarian Certification preferred.
Experience and/or training preferred in assisting in the operation of a small institutional library preferred.

Job summary 2

The Library Assistant is responsible for the physical integrity and efficient updating of various materials in a large, fast-paced library collection comprising different classification systems over several floors of shelf space.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Pick up, sort, and shelve library materials in call number order; shelf-read and maintain neatness in the stacks; independently manage book-shifting projects to create shelf space
- Participating in detailed planning, calculation, and execution of complex group book shifts involving multiple floors. Other group projects such as processing donations, gathering library statistics, etc.
- Process damaged items and edit records in the library's ILS, according to the parameters of special projects.
- Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 2

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Fluent in English and Intermediate knowledge of the German language.
Academic library technical services experience and/or law library experience.
Some knowledge of how to review and edit bibliographic information in ILS catalog records in a variety of languages.
Intermediate to advanced experience with Excel, word processing, and email required.
Intermediate to advance experience with Google software such as Google Docs, Sheets, and Forms.
- Must have a strong service orientation and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
- Ability to work with dusty books and in dusty environments for extended periods.

Job summary 3

The purpose of this position is to provide the highest level of specialized skills necessary for the operation of a unit of the library. The Library Assistant is responsible for providing high-quality service in the Cataloging, Children, Circulation, Reference, and/or Systems Department, as well as promoting an accommodating, welcoming library environment. Library Assistants help customers with information needs and general library usage.

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Register borrowers, issue library cards and keep records of new registrants; check materials in and out; process hold items and inform patrons when the material is ready for pick-up; notify patrons of overdue materials and collect fines; respond to inquiries from the public concerning library services and library policies; answer telephone and route calls; establish and maintain good relations with the public; assist patrons with locating requested materials and with computer searches; keeps daily statistics for monthly reports; perform related receptionist duties.
Organize and shelve/return books, magazines, CDs, and other related library materials to their proper locations; reorganize shelves to make room for new materials; ensure shelved books are in order; coordinate the repair of damaged books; empty book drops; classifies and catalogs library materials using a variety of online databases.
Assist patrons with library electronic databases, and search tools including the online catalog, computers, copiers, and reference questions.
Maintain café neat and clean daily; keep café shop supplies current and assist with re-stocking merchandise; price merchandise and put it on display, by prices set; inventory and appropriate inventory levels; assist with food preparation; open and close shop.
Participate in library events, programs, art events, and puppet shows; assist with event set up and break down; publicize events by distributing fliers; maintain count and record attendants; assist in occasional story time, book recommendation, and library outreach.
- Process all new and donated materials received for the collection, including stamping with ownership stamps, attaching security strips, pocket, and barcode, and typing and attaching spine labels.
- Assist with troubleshooting network and computer issues, set up of new computers, software, and computer updates.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 3

Requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a two-year Associate's degree, diploma, or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.
Requires under and including one (1) year of library experience.
Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate, and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.
Requires a working knowledge of all library procedures and policies.
Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach an agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
- Intermediate computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment; including Excel, Word, Publisher, database management, and record keeping.
- Knowledge of Dewey Decimal System.
- Customer Service skills.

Job summary 4

Library Assistants assist with the daily operations of the libraries.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Open and close library
Run the Circulation desk which involves checking books in and out, preparing classroom circulation reports, maintaining patron accounts, resolving overdue book issues, collecting and resolving fines, initiating overdue reports
Prepare print and or non-print-materials for circulation
Place orders with vendors for materials needed for the libraries
Perform clerical tasks (e.g. typing, answering the phone, processing, photocopying, and sending requests for maintenance of work areas, and/or computer issues)
Shelve print material and “read” shelves to maintain collection accessibility
- Support Librarians with library classes, assist with research projects involving the integration of Information Literacy skills (finding, accessing, and using information) and Computer skills
- Assist with the annual library inventory
- Keep the libraries clean and orderly

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Job summary 5

The Library Assistant provides direct and administrative support for the Learning Center and ensures that it is an extension of the classroom by helping students, staff, and faculty develop the information literacy skills needed for academic and professional success. You will be working independently and need to complete all assigned tasks promptly. The Library Assistant maintains library records related to meetings, correspondence, policies, purchases, and procedures. Additionally, you are responsible for gathering, analyzing, and editing information for various administrative projects.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Identify and provide access to the resources needed to support academic programs
Treat all students and faculty with dignity and respect
Assist students and faculty in locating materials pertinent to their informational needs
Assist the Librarian in continually developing, evaluating, and maintaining the library collection to meet the needs of the students and faculty
- Maintain an inventory of supplies and place orders as supplies become low
- Prepare library invoices (books, periodicals, services) for payment, working with the Librarian and Accounting Office
- Assist the Librarian and Textbook Coordinator in the implementation and coordination of the textbook program and distribution

Requirements & Skills 5

Strong personal accountability and attention to detail orientation
High energy, outgoing personality, and professional attitude
Committed to quality service to students, faculty, and staff
- Able to complete tasks independently with a very high quality of performance
- Show strong compassion and concern, while respecting privacy and engaging users through active listening
- Truly care about student and faculty academic and professional success

Job summary 6

We have a Library Assistant to join our institution.

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Job summary 7

The Library Assistant performs a variety of specialized library work at the public library. Work is performed under general supervision.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Interacts with patrons to assist them in using library services/equipment, programs, and facilities, collect/cancel fines or fees as appropriate, answer questions, identify patron service needs, or locate materials.
Trains staff in the use of a variety of databases, activities, policies/ procedures, and office equipment to ensure that employees complete assignments correctly and use the equipment properly.
Supports staffing of the Check-Out Desk(s) to assist patrons in checking materials in or out, placing holds, registering patrons, taking fines and fees, and resolving problems.
Processes requests for library materials/information received by phone, fax, email, or in-person to provide patrons with requested materials/information.
Supports circulation technology including the circulation module, scanners, and printers.
- Supports the collection and reporting of circulations and other statistics as assigned.
- Assists in the identification, selection, and purchasing of library materials and resources. Assists with the selection of vendors and arranging for standing orders.
- Prepares and submits requisitions and purchase orders; processes orders via the integrated library system or directly with vendors; processes invoices for payment by the City Finance Department; monitors fund account balances.

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Job summary 8

Works the library service desk and performs general library functions, including customer assistance and technology help.

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Job summary 9

The position involves helping customers with self-check and self-return systems, accessing the catalog, retrieving items, negotiating fees, issuing new accounts, shelving books and other materials, and more. The Library Assistant must be able to effectively communicate with customers (in person, over the phone, and via email), including listening, speaking, and comprehension. This position seeks an experienced customer service-oriented candidate. The candidate will enjoy helping customers, providing phenomenal service, and having an interest in libraries and what they do as institutions for the communities they serve.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Staff the Check Out Desk and provide top quality, customer-focused interactions to customers of all ages who visit the library or contact the library by telephone
- Utilize the library's computer system and email
- Maintain files and detailed library records
- Perform basic circulation functions

Requirements & Skills 9

Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, positive attitude, proactive
Ability to transport books within the library building
- Must be able to bend, stoop, and lift
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent

Job summary 10

Under general supervision, the Library Assistant is responsible for assisting in planning and creating activities to engage and promote library services to patrons, assisting with research, providing customer assistance in locating materials and utilizing computerized catalogs, participating in acquisition, special handling, and discarding of library materials, assisting with library programming, preparing statistics and reports, working with volunteers and maintaining records and databases, and providing information.

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Requirements & Skills 10

Requires an Associate's Degree in Education or related field supplemented by two (2) years of Library or Literacy program-related experience or possession of any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

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