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 or other media; remove or repair damaged books or other media; register patrons; and check materials in and out of the circulation process. Replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files. Includes bookmobile drivers who assist with providing services in mobile libraries.
Answer routine telephone or in-person reference inquiries, referring patrons to librarians for further assistance, when necessary.
Compose explanatory summaries of contents of books and other reference materials.
Conduct reference searches, using printed materials and in-house and online databases.
Help patrons find and use library resources, such as reference materials, audio-visual equipment, computers, and other electronic resources and provide technical assistance when needed.
Organize and maintain periodicals and reference materials.