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Job Summary-Librarian Job description
Dealing with enquiries from users, both in person and over the telephone and assisting them to locate books; use reference sources; carry out research; and use the equipment-photocopiers, microfiche readers, computers, etc.
The more routine tasks include:
* working on the counter issuing books and taking in returns using a computerised system, collecting fines for late books, reserving books, enrolling new readers and renewing existing memberships
* keeping the library tidy and shelving books in alphabetical or numerical order
* sending out letters regarding overdue books
* arranging inter-library loans
* carrying out minor book repairs (such as taping loose pages in place) or arranging for repairs to be done
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To manage library information and resources and to make it available to the public. The information includes books, journals, CD-ROMs, audio CDs and cassettes, records, sheet music, maps, pictures, videos and the Internet.
Main responsibilities-Librarian Job description
Main responsibilities [cont]
* ordering new material as directed by the librarian
* helping librarians to catalogue new materials, allocate classification codes, and add to computer records of library stock.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities-Librarian Job description
Good interpersonal skills and communication skills are essential; in other words, you must be patient, friendly, outgoing, and like helping the public - you will be dealing with people from all walks of life.
A good memory, an enquiring mind and a logical approach to work are important for carrying out research. You should have basic
computer skills and be able to work well as part of a team.
A genuine interest in books and collections of information is desirable.
Qualifications
Essential
4 GCSEs at grades A-C (or Standard grades 1-3) including English, or GNVQs/GSVQs.
Desirable
A levels/Highers or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC/SQA national certificates/diplomas or Advanced GNVQs/GSVQs Level III.
Training is mainly on the job under the supervision of senior staff. Library assistants may be encouraged to work
towards NVQs/SVQs in Library and Information Services at levels 2, 3 and 4
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