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Library Assistants, Clerical in Battle Creek, Michigan

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.

Career Projections for Battle Creek, Michigan

Library Assistants, Clerical on average make:
$29,120 ($14.00/hour).

The number of positions in Battle Creek, Michigan are:
95
and by 2028 that number is projected to:
decrease to 93.

We predict that due to job growth or retirements there will be approximately:
15 every year.

The typical education needed to enter this job is:
a high school diploma/GED.

The typical training needed after hire is:
short-term on-the-job training.

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Other Job Titles

Access Services Assistant, Acquisitions Assistant, Administrative Library Assistant, Book Sorter, Bookmobile Driver, Braille and Talking Books Clerk, Catalog Library Assistant, Cataloging Assistant, Children's Library Assistant, Circulation Assistant

Technology/Skills

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software

Tools Used

10-key calculators, Barcode scanners, Bookmobiles, Braile embossers, Cash registers, Delivery vans, Desktop computers, Digital cameras, Film projectors, Handheld calculators

Tasks

  • Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
  • Process new materials including books, audio-visual materials, and computer software.
  • Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
  • Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
  • Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.

Personality

Cooperation, Dependability, Integrity, Concern for Others, Attention to Detail, Self-Control, Adaptability/Flexibility, Independence, Stress Tolerance, Initiative

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