Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

LIBRARY ASSISTANTS issue, receive and shelve library items and maintain associated records.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:
AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:
NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

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.

Occupation:

599711 Library Assistant