INFORMATION SERVICES

3997-11 Library Technician

Assists librarians to organise and operate systems for handling recorded material and files.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• orders new library materials and maintains library records
• maintains library circulation systems
• catalogues printed and recorded material
• searches and verifies bibliographic data
• enters data into databases and edits computer records
• assists librarians to answer inquiries
• operates audiovisual equipment and performs simple maintenance
• produces display and publicity material
• operates reprographic equipment
• arranges inter-library loans under supervision