Clerical Library Assistants
On the Job
Clerical Library Assistants receive, sort, and shelve all different types of library material. They find materials on shelves and replace materials when patrons return them. They may assist patrons in getting library cards.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
- Enter information into databases or software programs.
- Package objects for shipping.
- Store records or related materials.
- Sort mail.
- Sort materials or products.
- Track goods or materials.
- Maintain financial or account records.
- Maintain inventory records.
- Prepare documentation for contracts, transactions, or regulatory compliance.
- Prepare research or technical reports.
Typical Working Conditions
- Having face-to-face discussions.
- Working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.
- Working with a group or team.
- The importance of being accurate or exact.
- Frequent decision-making.
- Freedom to make decisions without supervision.
- Repeating the same motions many times.
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