Library Assistant / Technician
Compile records, and sort, shelve, issue, and receive library materials such as books, electronic media, pictures, cards, slides and microfilm. Locate library materials for loan and replace material in shelving area, stacks, or files according to identification number and title. Register patrons to permit them to borrow books, periodicals, and other library materials.
At a Glance
Library Assistant / Technician. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 4 years. Top skills: Communication, Operations, Writing.
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Bachelor's degree
4 years
6
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Library Assistants, Clerical
Median Wage
$36,010/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-6.7%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (13)
Research Experiences
Proofreading
Academic Libraries
Educational Assessment
Apple IPad
Library
Collections
Collection Development
Production Equipment
Dewey Decimal Classification
Fundraising
Educational Technologies
Inventory Control
Common Skills (17)
Communication
Operations
Influencing Skills
Teaching
Planning
Typing
Digitization
Visionary
Research
Supervision
Filing
Verbal Communication Skills
Management
Confidentiality
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