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Library Assistants, Clerical

Compile records, sort, shelve, issue, and receive library materials such as books, electronic media, pictures, cards, slides and microfilm. Locate library materials for loan and replace material in shelving area, stacks, or files according to identification number and title. Register patrons to permit them to borrow books, periodicals, and other library materials.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.44)
  2. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (4.25)
  3. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.92)
  4. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.92)
  5. Organize, classify - Data (3.77)
  6. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.77)
  7. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.77)
  8. Research - Data (3.76)
  9. Set up, assemble - Things (3.67)
  10. Control, expedite things - Things (3.67)
  11. Speak - People (3.67)
  12. Listen - People (3.62)
  13. Communicate well, in person - People (3.62)


ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles

  1. Service Orientation (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (3.62)
  2. Written Comprehension (3.62)
  3. Oral Expression (3.62)
  4. Information Ordering (3.50)
  1. Cooperation (4.57)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.44)
  3. Dependability (4.26)
  4. Independence (4.07)
  5. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.99)
  6. Concern for Others (3.92)
  7. Self Control (3.80)
  8. Stress Tolerance (3.80)
  9. Integrity (3.76)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities

  1. Getting Information (4.38)
  2. Interacting With Computers (4.32)
  3. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.25)
  4. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.22)
  5. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.01)
  6. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.80)
  7. Processing Information (3.77)
  8. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.76)
  9. Handling and Moving Objects (3.67)
  10. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.67)
  11. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.60)
  12. Documenting/Recording Information (3.50)
  1. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.32)
  2. Index Information Resources (4.25)
  3. Sort Books, Publications, Or Other Items (4.25)
  4. Answer Customer Or Public Inquiries (4.01)
  5. Provide Customer Service (4.01)
  6. Classify Information According To Content Or Purpose (3.77)
  7. Organize Reference Materials (3.77)
  8. Catalog Or Classify Materials Or Artifacts (3.77)
  9. Use Oral Or Written Communication Techniques (3.76)
  10. Use Public Speaking Techniques (3.76)
  11. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (3.76)
  12. Arrange Library Materials (3.67)
  13. Package Goods For Shipment Or Storage (3.67)
  14. Make Presentations (3.67)