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5991 Filing and Registry Clerks and Library Assistants

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

5991 Filing and Registry Clerks and Library Assistants

Process and handle information and documents to maintain access to, and security of, database and record management systems.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
  • Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
Occupation

599131 Filing or Registry Clerk

Processes and handles information and documents to maintain access to, and security of, database and record management systems.

Alternative title

  • Records Clerk

Specialisation

  • Medical Record Clerk

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Processes incoming documents and information according to database and record management systems
  • Ensures accuracy and completeness of documents
  • Provides support in accessing documents
  • Records file and document movements
  • Conducts audits to ensure database integrity
  • Assists in disposal and archiving of documents
  • Stays updated on filing practices and technologies
Occupation

599132 Library Assistant

Assists with routine enquiries, operates library management systems, processes and shelves library items, and assists with promotional activities.

Alternative titles

  • Library Customer Service Officer
  • Library Officer
  • Library Services Officer

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Operates library management systems to enable library users to borrow items
  • Sorts and shelves returned items
  • Maintains, locates and retrieves library items on request
  • Inspects returned physical items for damage and makes minor repairs
  • Undertakes routine troubleshooting of library equipment
  • Responds to routine enquiries from library users
  • Assists with the preparation of displays and promotional activities