Library administrative assistant
としょかんじむほじょいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : General Clerical, Secretarial, and Receptionist Occupations
- Minor : General Office Clerks
Summary
Library administrative assistants perform clerical support tasks such as counter operations, material organization, and check-out/return processing in libraries.
Description
Library administrative assistants in public or university libraries handle user support, check-out/return processing, shelving and organizing books, bibliographic data entry, and simple book repairs. They support library operations through tasks like assisting with OPAC terminals, guiding material searches, inspecting materials, and applying labels. They perform detailed work such as data entry, filing, and document organization using PCs and specialized systems, requiring high accuracy. Work involves shift schedules including weekends and holidays, peak period coverage, and teamwork.
Future Outlook
With increasing library users in public libraries, regional revitalization initiatives, and expansion of digital materials support, demand for administrative assistants is expected to remain stable. As it is influenced by local government budgets, acquiring IT skills and specialized knowledge is desirable to enhance market value.
Personality Traits
Kind to users / Polite and accurate / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Contract employee / Day shift rotation / Full-time / Part-time
Career Path
Library administrative assistant → Librarian → Chief librarian → Library director/branch manager
Required Skills
Barcode reader operation / Communication skills (user support) / Library management system operation / Office software
Recommended Skills
Book repair / Guidance in English / Library system operation / Reference services
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required for book placement and data entry. |
| Communication Skills | Required for user interaction. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks with little need for creative thinking. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Many tasks involve following instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex numerical analysis is rarely needed. |
| Stress Tolerance | There are busy periods, but the overall environment is calm. |
Related Qualifications
- Assistant librarian
- Librarian
Aliases
- Library assistant
Related Jobs
- General clerical worker
- Librarian
- Receptionist clerk