Library Assistant Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the library assistant opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for general office administration; record and file keeping; office supply management; in and out-processing of personnel, pre-deployment preparation and deployment of CITP personnel.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience working in a schedule-driven project environment, in cooperation with other work teams and/or directing the work of temporary employees to achieve specific project goals
• Working knowledge of personal computers and software, including Google products such as Drive, Sheets, Docs
• Work experience in an academic library
• Experience working Children or Teens preferred
• Work well in a team environment but also be a self-starter
• Excellent skills with time-management
• Competencies in working with Microsoft Office products
• Valid drivers license with a verifiable clean driving record

In response to your job posting for library assistant, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for administrative support to professional staff on special projects as well as maintaining files, compiling user statistics, and other general office tasks.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn basic principles for evaluation of health resources on the internet for accuracy, bias, authority, and currency
• Knowledge of commonly used technologies including PC operating systems, mobile devices and apps, Microsoft Office suites, internet searching, and social media
• Working knowledge of electronic resources
• Knowledge of library reference materials and services including dictionaries, atlases, almanacs, bibliographies, catalogues
• Knowledge of library filing system such as alphabetic, classified and chronological
• Knowledge of the types and uses of library equipment
• Knowledge of the methods used in performing library research and bibliographic searches
• Knowledge of On-Line Computer Library Center (OCLC) bibliographic system

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the library assistant position.

Previously, I was responsible for general office and secretarial support to the Director and Managers, including, file maintenance, handling inquiries, scheduling meetings and appointments and other office support functions.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Exposure to automated library systems preferred
• Willingness to work a flexible evening schedule
• Knowledge of local practices, policies and procedures
• Experience with OCLC, Sierra or other ILS system
• Experience performing preservation techniques to ensure fragile archival material is protected from physical or environmental damage
• Strong clerical skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Knowledge of library computer systems and cataloging, reference and circulation functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Outlook

In response to your job posting for library assistant, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for administrative office support for the Archives; monitors financial accounts; submits payroll records; prepares reports; purchases office and archival supplies; manages service contracts; coordinates building, equipment, and computer repairs; and, maintains administrative files.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Reference skills
• Proactive with strong follow-up skills
• Coursework in art history, architectural history, or studio art desirable
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Access, desirable
• Experience with basic UNIX-based commands and XML, desirable
• Knowledge of physical/biomedical sciences, social/behavioral sciences, or language/literature
• Familiarity with library settings or willingness to learn
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn medical library materials and information systems including common medical journals and books, point-of-care tools, consumer health resources, apps, and other medical information

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the library assistant position.

Previously, I was responsible for general office operational support including office management and supervision/back-up of the reception area.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of the types and applications of library classification and cataloging systems
• Knowledge of the terminology, coding, symbols and standard abbreviations used in library work
• Knowledge of library filing systems, such as alphabetic, classified and chronological
• Knowledge of the methods and techniques of preserving library materials and repairing books
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of interviewing
• Knowledge of the format, methods and techniques used in preparing reference guides, exhibits, displays and presentations
• Postholder to work at any branch library across both Ealing and Harrow boroughs
• Annual leave entitlement is calculated on a pro rata basis and is dependent on the number of hours worked