Occupation information for Library Technicians District Of Columbia

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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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Currently Employed: 670

Projected Annual Job Openings: 100

Typical Hourly Wage: $22.72 - $29.62

Typical Annual Salary: $47,250 - $61,600

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Typical education needed for entry: Postsecondary certificate

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • 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.
  • Process print and non-print library materials to prepare them for inclusion in library collections.
  • Catalogue and sort books and other print and non-print materials according to procedure and return them to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.
  • Enter and update patrons' records on computers.
  • Issue identification cards to borrowers.
  • Provide assistance to teachers and students by locating materials and helping to complete special projects.
  • Compile and maintain records relating to circulation, materials, and equipment.
  • Process interlibrary loans for patrons.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Bar code reader equipment
  • Cargo trucks
  • Cash registers
  • Desktop computers
  • Microfiche or microfilm viewers

Technology:
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Desktop publishing software
  • Graphics or photo imaging software
  • Library software
  • Word processing software
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