Library Assistants and Clerks perform some or all of the following duties:

• Issue and receive books and other materials
• Sort, shelve, and reshelve library materials
• Maintain records of borrowed materials
• Process payments and fines
• Manage journal and periodical subscriptions
• Assist patrons in locating materials and accessing digital resources
• Coordinate interlibrary loan services
• Perform clerical filing and record-keeping tasks

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• Completion of secondary school is usually required.
• On-the-job training is commonly provided.
• Basic computer and customer service skills are often required.
• Prior clerical or administrative experience may be required by some employers.
• Many employers offer paid leave, health benefits, pension contributions, and other workplace benefits depending on the organization and sector.