High School Diploma or GED.

Course work in library technology.

Possibly a Bachelor's Degree depending on the employer.

Usually work full time.

May work evenings and weekends in public or university libraries.

Almost always work a set schedule.

LIBRARY TECHNICIANS will:

Assist librarians and library visitors.

Use and maintain the library's computer system.

Train on the job.

Train through two-year programs.

LIBRARY TECHNICIANS frequently:

Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

Sit for long periods of time.

Repeat the same movements.

It is important that LIBRARY TECHNICIANS be able to:

See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.

Speak clearly so listeners can understand.

Understand the speech of another person.