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Librarians

Job Information

Administer libraries and perform related library services. Work in a variety of settings, including public libraries, educational institutions, museums, corporations, government agencies, law firms, non-profit organizations, and healthcare providers. Tasks may include selecting, acquiring, cataloguing, classifying, circulating, and maintaining library materials; and furnishing reference, bibliographical, and readers' advisory services. May perform in-depth, strategic research, and synthesize, analyze, edit, and filter information. May set up or work with databases and information systems to catalogue and access information.

Information

  • Librarians use the latest information technology to perform research, classify materials, and help students and library patrons seek information.
  • A master's degree in library science is required for most librarian positions, although school librarians also often need to meet State teaching license requirements.
  • Growth is expected to be as fast as the average and job opportunities are expected to be favorable, as a large number of librarians are likely to retire in the coming decade.

Statistics

Personality I'm organized
Salary $55,300/yr ($27.65/hr)
Job Outlook Average
Education Masters