The job of a librarian is to ensure that visitors to the library have access to the materials they require in order to research and learn about their chosen topics, as well as read for leisure. A librarian will organise existing books, add new books to the library, and help to update the library's database of works.
Essential parts of a Librarian’s job description:
- Librarians organise books according to their library’s methods and systems. This will include adding new books, and processing returns.
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They will help to assist visitors to the library with finding information or materials that they need.
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Librarians will help to keep databases up to date, chase late books, issue late fees, and more.
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Depending on the library, a Librarian may work across a network of libraries, or stick to their core library.