How do they match: Library Assistants, Clerical

  • Reference Assistant
  • Braille and Talking Books Clerk

  • 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.
  • Answer routine inquiries and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
  • Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
  • Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.

  • Refer customers to appropriate personnel.
  • Maintain office equipment in proper operating condition.
  • Operate office equipment.