Library Technicians
Assist librarians by helping readers in the use of library catalogs, databases, and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference. Compile records; sort and shelve books or other media; remove or repair damaged books or other media; register patrons; and check materials in and out of the circulation process. Replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files. Includes bookmobile drivers who assist with providing services in mobile libraries.
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Training Provided After Hiring
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How AI Impacts Each Task
36 tasks analyzed
Reserve, circulate, renew, and discharge books and other materials.
Answer routine telephone or in-person reference inquiries, referring patrons to librarians for further assistance, when necessary.
Help patrons find and use library resources, such as reference materials, audio-visual equipment, computers, and other electronic resources and provide technical assistance when needed.
Deliver and retrieve items throughout the library by hand or using pushcart.
Process print and non-print library materials to prepare them for inclusion in library collections.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve, circulate, renew, and discharge books and other materials. | - | - | - |
| Answer routine telephone or in-person reference inquiries, referring patrons to librarians for further assistance, when necessary. | - | - | - |
| Help patrons find and use library resources, such as reference materials, audio-visual equipment, computers, and other electronic resources and provide technical assistance when needed. | - | - | - |
| Deliver and retrieve items throughout the library by hand or using pushcart. | - | - | - |
| Process print and non-print library materials to prepare them for inclusion in library collections. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$39,970
per year
Mean Wage
$43,050
per year
Employment
74K
workers
Wage Range
$27,890 - $60,960
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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