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Library Technicians

Assist librarians by helping readers in the use of library catalogs, databases, and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference. Compile records; sort and shelve books or other media; remove or repair damaged books or other media; register patrons; and check materials in and out of the circulation process. Replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files. Includes bookmobile drivers who assist with providing services in mobile libraries.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.44)
  2. Use my brain - Data (3.65)
  3. Research - Data (3.51)
  4. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.51)
  5. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
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  1. There are currently no abilities.
  1. Attention to Detail (4.44)
  2. Dependability (4.38)
  3. Independence (4.30)
  4. Integrity (3.67)
  5. Analytical Thinking (3.65)
  6. Initiative (3.54)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.66)
  2. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.51)
  3. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.50)
  1. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (3.51)
  2. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (3.51)
  3. Index Information Resources (3.50)
  4. Sort Books, Publications, Or Other Items (3.50)