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OSCA 2024 · 599132 · Skill level 4

Library Assistant: OSCA 599132

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Library Assistant is OSCA 2024 code 599132. It corresponds to ANZSCO 599711 Library Assistant, which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 599132

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

  • ANZSCO 599711

    Library Assistant

    Not on the skilled occupation lists.

The job

What a library assistant does

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

Skill level 4: Certificate II or III, or at least 1 year of relevant experience

Also known as

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

Main tasks

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

Unit group 5991

Other occupations in Filing and Registry Clerks and Library Assistants

Questions

OSCA 599132: common questions

What is the OSCA code for library assistant?
The OSCA 2024 code is 599132 (Library Assistant), skill level 4. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 599132?
ANZSCO 599711 Library Assistant. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Library Assistant on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Not under its ANZSCO equivalent: none is on the Home Affairs combined list checked on 21 October 2026. Another occupation may fit your duties better.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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