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Library Technical Assistants

Library technical assistants help librarians order, prepare, and organize materials.

Library technical assistants perform many duties such as issuing library cards and checking out books, magazines, and tapes. They often update patron accounts on computers and issue fines when necessary.

Library Technical Assistants are in the Education and Training career cluster and the Professional Support Services pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Below the statewide median

$17.66 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   5.3%

Below statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Postsecondary vocational training is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Answer questions and provide assistance to library users.
  • Issue library cards and check materials in and out. May issue and collect fines.
  • Perform inter-library loan services so patrons can borrow books from other libraries.
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.