Library Assistants, Clerical

Also Called: Library Aide, Library Assistant, Library Circulation Assistant, Library Clerk

High School Diploma/GED

usually needed

Not Available
(Students Only)
Match Percentage

$23,510

Entry Salary

Below Average

Job outlook

What Library Assistants, Clerical do

Compile records, and sort, shelve, issue, and receive library materials such as books, electronic media, pictures, cards, slides and microfilm. Locate library materials for loan and replace material in shelving area, stacks, or files according to identification number and title. Register patrons to permit them to borrow books, periodicals, and other library materials.

  • Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
  • Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audio-visual equipment.
  • Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
Industry Areas:

Finance and Business • Transportation

Training Program Areas:

Legal Assistant • OCT-Only Finance & Business • OCT-Only Transportation • Office Administration • Transportation Office Support

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Work Context

  • Face-to-Face Discussions
  • Electronic Mail
  • Telephone
  • Contact With Others
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled

Tools

  • Microfiche or microfilm viewers
  • Photocopiers
  • Bar code reader equipment
  • Laminators
  • Cargo trucks

Technology

Data base user interface and query software
Database software
Microsoft Access
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Library software
Online Computer Library Center OCLC
ResourceMate Plus

The Education & Training You Need

Skills

  • Service Orientation
  • Active Listening
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Coordination
  • Critical Thinking

Knowledge

Business
customer service
administrative services
Arts and Humanities
English language
Education and Training
teaching and course design
Math and Science
psychology

Education

  • 50% High school diploma or equivalent
  • 14% Some college, no degree
  • 12% Associate's degree

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.

What are some related occupations at different educational levels?


Job Training Match

Library Assistants, Clerical Currently Selected

Educational Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent

 Job Training Match

Aircraft Mechanics & Service Technicians

Educational Level

Post-secondary, non-degree

 Job Training Match

Executive Secretaries & Executive Administrative Assistants

Educational Level

Associate's Degree

 Job Training Match

Brokerage Clerks

Educational Level

Bachelor's Degree

Archivists

Educational Level

Advanced Degree

What are your training options on the pathway to this occupation?

Advanced Training

  • Atlanta - Job Corps

    Atlanta, Georgia

  • Excelsior Springs - Job Corps

    Excelsior Springs, Missouri

ACT & College

  • Aaniiih Nakoda College

    Harlem, MT

  • Abilene Christian University

    Abilene, TX

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Are You a Good Fit?

Occupation Traits

    • Conventional (Organizer)
    • Realistic (Doer)
    • Social (Helper)

Work Styles

  • Cooperation
  • Dependability
  • Integrity
  • Attention to Detail
  • Concern for Others
  • Adaptability/Flexibility

Values

  • Relationships
  • Support
  • Achievement

Abilities

  • Verbal
  • Attention

This is what Library Assistants, Clerical across the country typically make.

$11.30 / hour
$23,510 /year

Entry Level

$16.36 / hour
$34,020 /year

Median Level

$24.14 / hour
$50,200 /year

Experienced Level

Income information reflects a regional average.
Income information reflects a national average.

This career’s National Job Outlook is

Below Average

Please be sure to verify the outlook of this occupation with your instructor.

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