big-data-archive-librarian/references/tasks.md

Tasks & work activities — big data archive librarian

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 43-4121.00 (Library Assistants, Clerical).

Task statements

• [Core] Open and close library during specified hours and secure library equipment, such as computers and audio-visual equipment.
• [Core] Perform clerical activities, such as answering phones, sorting mail, filing, typing, word processing, and photocopying and mailing out material.
• [Core] Schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
• [Core] Maintain library equipment, such as photocopiers, scanners, and computers, and instruct patrons in proper use of such equipment.
• [Core] Manage reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library, and removing out-of-date items.
• [Core] Lend, reserve, and collect books, periodicals, videotapes, and other materials at circulation desks and process materials for inter-library loans.
• [Core] Repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair.
• [Core] Prepare library statistics reports.
• [Core] Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
• [Core] Process new materials including books, audio-visual materials, and computer software.
• [Core] Sort books, publications, and other items according to established procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
• [Core] Locate library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, Braille volumes, and pictures.
• [Core] Instruct patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs, and automated information systems.
• [Core] Inspect returned books for condition and due-date status and compute any applicable fines.
• [Core] Answer routine inquiries and refer patrons in need of professional assistance to librarians.
• [Core] Maintain records of items received, stored, issued, and returned and file catalog cards according to system used.
• [Core] Provide assistance to librarians in the maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, magazines, newspapers, and audio-visual and other materials.
• [Core] Take action to deal with disruptive or problem patrons.
• [Core] Register new patrons and issue borrower identification cards that permit patrons to borrow books and other materials.
• [Core] Send out notices and accept fine payments for lost or overdue books.
• [Core] Prepare, store, and retrieve classification and catalog information, lecture notes, or other information related to stored documents, using computers.
• [Core] Review records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
• [Core] Select substitute titles when requested materials are unavailable, following criteria such as age, education, and interests.
• [Core] Deliver and retrieve items to and from departments by hand or using push carts.
• [Core] Assist in the preparation of book displays.
• [Supplemental] Perform accounting and bookkeeping activities, such as invoicing, maintaining financial records, budgeting, and handling cash.
• [Supplemental] Acquire books, pamphlets, periodicals, audio-visual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others.
• [Supplemental] Design or maintain library web site and online catalogues.
• [Supplemental] Plan or participate in library events and programs, such as story time with children.
• [Supplemental] Classify and catalog items according to content and purpose.
• [Supplemental] Operate small branch libraries, under the direction of off-site librarian supervisors.
• [Supplemental] Operate and maintain audio-visual equipment.

Detailed work activities

• Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.
• Arrange items for use or display.
• Calculate financial data.
• Collect deposits, payments or fees.
• Deliver items.
• Demonstrate activity techniques or equipment use.
• Develop computer or online applications.
• Distribute materials to employees or customers.
• Enter information into databases or software programs.
• Inspect items for damage or defects.
• Issue documentation or identification to customers or employees.
• Maintain electronic equipment.
• Maintain financial or account records.
• Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
• Maintain inventory records.
• Maintain office equipment in proper operating condition.
• Maintain security.
• Manage clerical or administrative activities.
• Operate office equipment.
• Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
• Plan educational activities.
• Plan special events.
• Prepare documentation for contracts, transactions, or regulatory compliance.
• Prepare employee work schedules.
• Prepare research or technical reports.
• Process library materials.
• Provide customer service to clients or users.
• Refer customers to appropriate personnel.
• Repair books or other printed material.
• Send information, materials or documentation.
• Sort mail.
• Sort materials or products.
• Store records or related materials.
• Supervise clerical or administrative personnel.
• Track goods or materials.
• Type documents.