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Job Description

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.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 25-4031.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 34,780.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 16.00
Currently, there are 93,410 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Library Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Audio-Visual Aide”

Plan and conduct children's programs, community outreach programs, and other specialized programs, such as library tours.
Claim missing issues of periodicals and journals.
Design, customize, and maintain databases, web pages, and local area networks.
Take actions to halt disruption of library activities by problem patrons.
Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
Retrieve information from central databases for storage in a library's computer.
Compose explanatory summaries of contents of books and other reference materials.
Provide assistance to teachers and students by locating materials and helping to complete special projects.
Compile bibliographies and prepare abstracts on subjects of interest to particular organizations or groups.
Collect fines and respond to complaints about fines.
Organize and maintain periodicals and reference materials.
Design posters and special displays to promote use of library facilities or specific reading programs at libraries.
Process print and non-print library materials to prepare them for inclusion in library collections.
Issue identification cards to borrowers.
Train other staff, volunteers, or student assistants and schedule and supervise their work.
Deliver and retrieve items throughout the library by hand or using pushcart.
Review subject matter of materials to be classified and select classification numbers and headings according to classification systems.
Verify bibliographical data for materials, including author, title, publisher, publication date, and edition.
Send out notices about lost or overdue books.
Answer routine telephone or in-person reference inquiries, referring patrons to librarians for further assistance, when necessary.
Compile data and create statistical reports on library usage.
Prepare volumes for binding.
Conduct reference searches, using printed materials and in-house and online databases.
Process interlibrary loans for patrons.
Order all print and non-print library materials, checking prices, figuring costs, preparing order slips, and making payments.
Compile and maintain records relating to circulation, materials, and equipment.
Operate and maintain audio-visual equipment, such as projectors, tape recorders, and videocassette recorders.
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.
Catalogue and sort books and other print and non-print materials according to procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
File catalog cards according to system used.
Maintain and troubleshoot problems with library equipment, including computers, photocopiers, and audio-visual equipment.
Reserve, circulate, renew, and discharge books and other materials.
Collaborate with archivists to arrange for the safe storage of historical records and documents.
Check for damaged library materials, such as books or audio-visual equipment, and provide replacements or make repairs.

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