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Librarians and Media Collections Specialists

Administer and maintain libraries or collections of information, for public or private access through reference or borrowing. Work in a variety of settings, such as educational institutions, museums, and corporations, and with various types of informational materials, such as books, periodicals, recordings, films, and databases. Tasks may include acquiring, cataloging, and circulating library materials, and user services such as locating and organizing information, providing instruction on how to access information, and setting up and operating a library's media equipment.

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30 tasks27 core, 1 supplemental, 2 not rated
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Education & LibraryOne of its 68 occupations
Code
25-4022.00SOC 2018: 25-4022

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27 core tasks, 1 supplemental and 2 not rated, each quoted as published, with where it came from.

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Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not allNot rated: O*NET has not rated it core or supplemental

  1. Task 1. Check books in and out of the library.Core taskTask 22407Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  2. Task 2. Teach library patrons basic computer skills, such as searching computerized databases.Core taskTask 22408Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  3. Task 3. Review and evaluate materials, using book reviews, catalogs, faculty recommendations, and current holdings to select and order print, audio-visual, and electronic resources.Core taskTask 22409Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  4. Task 4. Search standard reference materials, including online sources and the Internet, to answer patrons' reference questions.Core taskTask 22411Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  5. Task 5. Keep up-to-date records of circulation and materials, maintain inventory, and correct cataloging errors.Core taskTask 22410Rated by 121 people who do the job, August 2022
  6. Task 6. Analyze patrons' requests to determine needed information and assist in furnishing or locating that information.Core taskTask 22412Rated by 121 people who do the job, August 2022
  7. Task 7. Supervise daily library operations, budgeting, planning, and personnel activities, such as hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.Core taskTask 22413Rated by 121 people who do the job, August 2022
  8. Task 8. Plan and teach classes on topics such as information literacy, library instruction, and technology use.Core taskTask 22414Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  9. Task 9. Confer with colleagues, faculty, and community members and organizations to conduct informational programs, make collection decisions, and determine library services to offer.Core taskTask 22415Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  10. Task 10. Code, classify, and catalog books, publications, films, audio-visual aids, and other library materials, based on subject matter or standard library classification systems.Core taskTask 22416Rated by 121 people who do the job, August 2022
  11. Task 11. Respond to customer complaints, taking action as necessary.Core taskTask 22417Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  12. Task 12. Plan and deliver client-centered programs and services, such as special services for corporate clients, storytelling for children, newsletters, or programs for special groups.Core taskTask 22419Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  13. Task 13. Explain use of library facilities, resources, equipment, and services, and provide information about library policies.Core taskTask 22418Rated by 121 people who do the job, August 2022
  14. Task 14. Locate unusual or unique information in response to specific requests.Core taskTask 22420Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  15. Task 15. Troubleshoot problems with audio-visual equipment.Core taskTask 22421Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2022
  16. Task 16. Develop library policies and procedures.Core taskTask 22422Rated by 121 people who do the job, August 2022
  17. Task 17. Evaluate materials to determine outdated or unused items to be discarded.Core taskTask 22424Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  18. Task 18. Direct and train library staff in duties, such as receiving, shelving, researching, cataloging, and equipment use.Core taskTask 22423Rated by 121 people who do the job, August 2022
  19. Task 19. Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot information access aids, such as databases, annotated bibliographies, Web pages, electronic pathfinders, software programs, and online tutorials.Core taskTask 22425Rated by 121 people who do the job, August 2022
  20. Task 20. Engage in professional development activities, such as taking continuing education classes and attending or participating in conferences, workshops, professional meetings, and associations.Core taskTask 22426Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  21. Task 21. Compile lists of books, periodicals, articles, and audio-visual materials on particular subjects.Core taskTask 22427Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  22. Task 22. Confer with teachers to select course materials and to determine which training aids are best suited to particular grade levels.Core taskTask 22428Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2022
  23. Task 23. Evaluate vendor products and performance, negotiate contracts, and place orders.Core taskTask 22429Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  24. Task 24. Arrange for interlibrary loans of materials not available in a particular library.Core taskTask 22430Rated by 120 people who do the job, August 2022
  25. Task 25. Represent library or institution on internal and external committees.Core taskTask 22431Rated by 121 people who do the job, August 2022
  26. Task 26. Set up, adjust, and operate audio-visual equipment, such as cameras, film and slide projectors, and recording equipment, for meetings, events, classes, seminars, and video conferences.Core taskTask 22432Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2022
  27. Task 27. Assemble and arrange display materials.Core taskTask 22433Rated by 122 people who do the job, August 2022
  28. Task 28. Maintain inventory of audio-visual equipment.Supplemental taskTask 22434Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2022
  29. Task 29. Maintain hardware and software, including computers, media equipment, scanners, color copiers, and color laser printers.Not ratedTask 22435Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  30. Task 30. Train faculty and media staff on the use of software and audio-visual equipment.Not ratedTask 22436Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020

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