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Library technicians and assistants help librarians with all aspects of running a library. They assist patrons, organize library materials and information, and perform clerical and administrative tasks.
DutiesLibrary technicians and assistants typically do the following:
A librarian usually supervises library technicians and assistants. Library technicians and assistants usually help patrons find information and organize library materials. However, library technicians typically have more responsibilities than do library assistants, such as administering library programs and overseeing lower level staff.
Library technicians and assistants in smaller libraries have a broader range of duties. In larger libraries, they tend to specialize in a particular area, such as user services or technical services. Technicians and assistants specializing in user services assist library patrons with locating resources and information. Those specializing in technical services research, acquire, catalog, and process materials to be added to the library’s collections.
The following are examples of types of library technicians and assistants:
Academic library technicians and assistants help students, faculties, and staff in colleges and universities access resources and information related to coursework or research projects. Some help teach students how to access and use library resources. They may work at service desks for reserve materials, special collections, or computer labs.
Public library technicians and assistants work in community libraries to serve members of the public. They help patrons find books to read for pleasure; assist patrons with their research; and teach patrons how to access the library’s resources. Some technicians in public libraries may help plan programs for users, such as story time for children, book clubs for teens or adults, or other educational or recreational activities.
School library technicians and assistants show students how to find and use library resources, maintain textbook collections, and they help teachers develop curriculum materials.
Special library technicians and assistants work in libraries in government agencies, corporations, museums, law firms, and medical centers. They assist users, search library resources, compile bibliographies, and provide information on subjects of interest to the organization.
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Most library technicians need a postsecondary certificate or an associate’s degree. Library assistants typically need a high school degree and usually learn through short-term on-the-job (OTJ) training.
EducationMost libraries prefer to hire library technicians who have a postsecondary certificate or an associate’s degree. However, some smaller libraries might hire prospective technicians with only a high school diploma. Certificate and associate’s degree programs in library technology include coursework in acquisitions, cataloguing, circulation, reference, and automated library systems. In some cases, library technicians who work in public schools must meet the same requirements as teacher assistants.
Most library assistants typically need a high school diploma or equivalent.
TrainingLibrary assistants usually receive some short-term OTJ training to learn about libraries and library resources.
Important QualitiesCommunication skills. Library technicians and assistants need to listen to and understand patrons’ needs, provide clear answers to questions, and teach them how to use library resources.
Detail oriented. Library technicians and assistants must pay close attention to ensure that library materials and information are organized correctly and according to the library’s organizational system. Cataloging and processing library materials also requires attention to detail.
Interpersonal skills. Library technicians and assistants provide customer service to library patrons and work with librarians, teachers, or researchers.
Technology skills. Library technicians and assistants use computers to help patrons research topics. They also use technology to maintain the library’s database of collections.
AdvancementLibrary technicians and assistants can advance as they assume additional responsibilities in other areas of the library. Some eventually become supervisors and oversee daily library operations. To become a librarian, technicians and assistants need to earn a master’s degree in library science.
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Gender | |
Female 53.0% |
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Male 37.9% |
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Unknown 9.2% |
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Ethnicity | |
White 59.2% |
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Hispanic or Latino 15.7% |
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Asian 11.1% |
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Black or African American 10.7% |
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Unknown 3.2% |
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Foreign Languages Spoken | |
Spanish 36.2% |
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French 15.5% |
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Chinese 10.3% |
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German 6.9% |
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Italian 5.2% |
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Mandarin 3.4% |
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Arabic 3.4% |
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Russian 1.7% |
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Greek 1.7% |
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Swedish 1.7% |
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Czech 1.7% |
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Braille 1.7% |
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Hebrew 1.7% |
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Samoan 1.7% |
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Japanese 1.7% |
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Malay 1.7% |
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Polish 1.7% |
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Gujarati 1.7% |
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Schools | |
New York University 10.9% |
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Azusa Pacific University 6.5% |
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James Madison University 6.5% |
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California State University - Fullerton 5.4% |
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University of Southern California 5.4% |
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Berklee College of Music 5.4% |
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DePauw University 5.4% |
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St. John's College 5.4% |
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College of the Holy Cross 5.4% |
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Indiana University Bloomington 5.4% |
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University of Alabama 4.3% |
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Full Sail University 4.3% |
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Kennesaw State University 4.3% |
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University of Iowa 4.3% |
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American University 4.3% |
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Syracuse University 3.3% |
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Northwestern University 3.3% |
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Belmont University 3.3% |
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Arizona State University 3.3% |
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Occidental College 3.3% |
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Majors | |
Music 36.0% |
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General Education, Specific Areas 8.9% |
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Communication 6.0% |
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Psychology 5.1% |
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Entertainment Business 4.9% |
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Business 4.9% |
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Theatre 3.4% |
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English 3.4% |
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Liberal Arts 3.1% |
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Photography 2.9% |
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Writing 2.9% |
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Education 2.6% |
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Rehabilitation Science 2.3% |
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Music Performance 2.3% |
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Marketing 2.3% |
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Journalism 2.0% |
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Mathematics 2.0% |
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Computer Science 1.7% |
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Visual And Performing Arts 1.7% |
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Social Work 1.7% |
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Degrees | |
Bachelors 51.6% |
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Masters 20.7% |
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Other 18.9% |
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Associate 3.4% |
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Certificate 2.7% |
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Doctorate 2.1% |
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Diploma 0.6% |
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