Responsibilities of Assistant Librarian

• The Assistant Librarian prepares the annual budget of the library.
• Assistant Librarian in checking-in, checking-out and circulation of library materials.
• Perform official activities such as filing, typing, word processing, photocopying and mailing out material and mail sorting.
• Perform patron registration and transaction activities.
• Guide students and faculties to reference sources and catalogs to track suitable books.
• Maintain circulation records and make reserves on requested books.
• Process new materials including books, audiovisual materials, publications, and other items.
• Acquisition of new materials for the library.
• Order materials and maintain records for payment of invoices.
• Manage library data and reports utilizing library software systems.
• Maintenance of collections of books, periodicals, Magazines, newspapers and audiovisual and other materials.
•  Train and supervise library clerks and assistants in their job duties.
•  Assist staffs in collecting, cataloging, preparing, and organizing library materials according to established policies.
•  Assist readers in finding books and help students and faculties in research problems and reference questions.
• Maintain the library in the absence of the Director or Head Librarian.
• Address administrative issues like colleting fines and managing reservations.
• Maintain library clean, safe and organized.
• Conduct library promotional activities and prepare press releases and newsletters to attract more readers.
• Establish and implement library and information policies and procedures. Develop and manage convenient, accessible libraries and information services. Establish and manage the budget for library and information services, technology and media.
• Organize book talks, tours, multimedia programs, exhibits and displays.
• Edit bibliographic to add or remove items according to current library stock.
•  Perform routine maintenances of library equipment including computers, audio-visual devices, printers, and photocopiers.
• Manage library inventory, perform stock checks, and prepare item list for removal, relocation and binding.
•  Manage serial collection and acquisition of new library materials
•  Develop and manage cost-effective library and information services. Analyze and evaluate library and information services.
•  Prepare reports related to the library and information services and report to the director.