Library assistant, Kaiāwhina tiaki pukapuka
Also known as
- Library worker, library shelver, library coordinator, circulation desk assistant, cataloguing clerk
- , Kaihangarau Whare Pukapuka
Library assistants sort and organise books and other materials and help people use library resources.
Duration
2:08 mins
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $32
Most common
$38
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-2 years
Library assistants
- usually work regular business hours but may work weekends and evenings or part time
- usually work in libraries and offices
- need to be accurate, organised and communicate well
Tasks
- lend books and other resources to people
- help people find books and information
- organise books and information
- maintain computer equipment and software
- help people use library equipment
- maintain a welcoming community environment
- assist in research
- maintain records
Organised
Social
Enterprising
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Do the quizYou usually learn on the job to become a library assistant and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- a certificate or diploma in library and information management
- to join the Library and Information Association of New Zealand Aotearoa
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job, but Level 2 may be useful.
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