Compile records, sort and shelve books, and issue and receive library materials such as 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.

• Braille-and-Talking Books Clerk
• Film-or-Tape Librarian
• Library Assistant
• Library Clerk, Talking Books
• Page
• Registration Clerk

• Answer routine inquiries, and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
• Assist in the preparation of book displays.
• Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
• Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
• Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
• Facilitate the acquisition of books, pamphlets, periodicals, and audiovisual materials by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms.
• Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status, and compute any applicable fines.
• Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
• Lend and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks.
• Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
• Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned, and file catalog cards according to system used.
• Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
• Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
• Perform clerical activities such as filing, typing, word processing, photocopying and mailing out material, and mail sorting.
• Place books in mailing containers, affix address labels, and secure containers with straps for mailing to blind library patrons.
• Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
• Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, and computer software.
• Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audiovisual and other materials.
• Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
• Repair books, using mending tape, paste, and brushes.
• Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
• Schedule and supervise clerical workers, volunteers, and student assistants.
• Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
• Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
• Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
• Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.

• answer customer or public inquiries
• arrange library materials
• catalog or classify materials or artifacts
• classify information according to content or purpose
• collect fees
• design library displays
• drive automobile, van, or light truck
• explain rules, policies or regulations
• index information resources
• inspect products or materials for damage, defects, or shortages
• install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
• issue identification documents to employees, members, or visitors
• issue licenses or permits
• maintain records, reports, or files
• make presentations
• monitor and control library resources
• move materials or goods between work areas
• operate audio-visual equipment
• organize reference materials
• package goods for shipment or storage
• provide customer service
• provide technical support to computer users
• sort books, publications, or other items
• use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
• use library or online Internet research techniques
• use oral or written communication techniques
• use public speaking techniques