As Special Material Experts, incumbents apply specialized knowledge to process and service particular forms of library materials such as manuscripts, maps, and non-print media. As Functional Specialists, incumbents possess substantial knowledge and background in a particular library function and apply their expertise in expediting the acquisition, use, and processing of library materials. As Subject Specialists, incumbents possess substantial subject and/or language background and, in the areas of special knowledge, apply their expertise in support of the acquisition, processing, and use of library materials. Library Assistants at the highest levels of the series typically work under the direction of a Librarian as Subject Specialists, Functional Specialists, Special Material Experts, or Supervisors of Library Units. ![]() The Library Assistant series consists of five levels that recognize increasing degrees of work difficulty, supervisory/managerial responsibility and/or specialization in functional areas depending on work assignments in one or more library units. Specific tasks performed include but are not limited to: ordering and receiving library materials, cataloging and classification, bibliographic searching, information services, circulation services, serials posting and claiming, processing of library records into machine-readable form, and maintenance and repair of library materials.
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