Library Assistants

Library Assistants issue, receive and shelve library items and maintain associated records.

What the job involves

• Issuing library items to borrowers and recording identification data and due dates

• Sorting and shelving returned items

• Locating and retrieving items on request

• Maintaining records and index systems

• Receiving overdue items, issuing overdue notices, and receiving fines

• Inspecting returned items for damage and making minor repairs

• Assisting with the preparation of displays and promotional activities

• May prepare catalogued items for shelving