Library Assistant Interview Questions

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31 What is the secret to repair books using mending tape, paste, and brushes, or prepare books to be sent to a bindery for repair?
32 Provide an example of a time when you successfully organized a diverse group of people to accomplish a task.
33 Provide an example of when you were persistent in the face of obstacles.
34 Name a time when you reviewed records, such as microfilm and issue cards, to identify titles of overdue materials and delinquent borrowers.
35 Walk me through how you would schedule, supervise, and train clerical workers, volunteers, student assistants, and other library employees.
36 What factors do you consider when acquiring books, pamphlets, periodicals, audiovisual materials, and other library supplies by checking prices, figuring costs, and preparing appropriate order forms and facilitating the ordering process by providing such information to others?
37 Give me an example of when you thought outside of the box. How did it help your employer?
38 How often do you prepare library statistics reports? Share an example.
39 Name a time when your creativity or alternative thinking solved a problem in your workplace.
40 Would you consider analyzing data or information a strength? How so?
41 Provide an example when you were able to prevent a problem because you foresaw the reaction of another person.
42 Name a time when you planned or participated in library events and programs, such as story time with children. Share an example.
43 Please share an experience in which you successfully taught a difficult principle or concept. How were you able to be successful?
44 In your experience, what is the key to developing a good team? (Look for how they build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation.)
45 Describe a time when you successfully provided personal assistance to a coworker or patron.