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Career: Library Technicians
Job Description
Assist librarians by helping readers in the use of library catalogs, databases, and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference. Compile records; sort and shelve books; remove or repair damaged books; register patrons; check materials in and out of the circulation process. Replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files. Includes bookmobile drivers who operate bookmobiles or light trucks that pull trailers to specific locations on a predetermined schedule and assist with providing services in mobile libraries.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
89
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Catalogue and sort books and other print and non-print materials according to procedure, and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas. |
84
|
Deliver and retrieve items throughout the library by hand or using pushcart. |
83
|
Help patrons find and use library resources, such as reference materials, audiovisual equipment, computers and other electronic resources, and provide technical assistance when needed. |
80
|
Answer routine telephone or in-person reference inquiries, referring patrons to librarians for further assistance, when necessary. |
80
|
Reserve, circulate, renew, and discharge books and other materials. |
79
|
Organize and maintain periodicals and reference materials. |
77
|
Train other staff, volunteers or student assistants, and schedule and supervise their work. |
76
|
Maintain and troubleshoot problems with library equipment including computers, photocopiers, and audiovisual equipment. |
72
|
Provide assistance to teachers and students by locating materials and helping to complete special projects. |
71
|
Process print and non-print library materials to prepare them for inclusion in library collections. |
65
|
Check for damaged library materials such as books, or audiovisual equipment, and provide replacements or make repairs. |
63
|
Compile and maintain records relating to circulation, materials, and equipment. |
60
|
Verify bibliographical data for materials, including author, title, publisher, publication date, and edition. |
59
|
Claim missing issues of periodicals and journals. |
59
|
Conduct reference searches, using printed materials and in-house and online databases. |
58
|
Compile data and create statistical reports on library usage. |
52
|
Retrieve information from central databases for storage in a library's computer. |
52
|
Review subject matter of materials to be classified, and select classification numbers and headings according to classification systems. |
52
|
Take actions to halt disruption of library activities by problem patrons. |
50
|
Enter and update patrons' records on computers. |
46
|
Collect fines, and respond to complaints about fines. |
45
|
Design, customize, and maintain databases, web pages, and local area networks. |
40
|
Design posters and special displays to promote use of library facilities or specific reading programs at libraries. |
39
|
Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment such as projectors, tape recorders, and videocassette recorders. |
37
|
Process interlibrary loans for patrons. |
34
|
Issue identification cards to borrowers. |
34
|
Send out notices about lost or overdue books. |
29
|
Order all print and non-print library materials, checking prices, figuring costs, preparing order slips, and making payments. |
29
|
Collaborate with archivists to arrange for the safe storage of historical records and documents. |
22
|
Prepare volumes for binding. |
19
|
Plan and conduct children's programs, community outreach programs, and other specialized programs such as library tours. |
19
|
Compile bibliographies and prepare abstracts on subjects of interest to particular organizations or groups. |
17
|
Compose explanatory summaries of contents of books and other reference materials. |
12
|
File catalog cards according to system used. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
61
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
59
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
57
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
56
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
55
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
55
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
54
|
Getting Information
|
53
|
Processing Information
|
51
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
46
|
Interacting With Computers
|
46
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
44
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
43
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
43
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
43
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
40
|
Thinking Creatively
|
39
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
39
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
39
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
38
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
37
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
36
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
36
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
36
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
32
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
31
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
26
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
26
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
22
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
22
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
21
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
21
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
21
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
18
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
17
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
10
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
8
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|
6
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
3
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
3
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
1
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
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