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Description
Library and public archive technicians assist users in accessing library or archive resources, assist in describing new acquisitions, participate in archive processing and storage, and conduct reference searches. They are employed by libraries and public archives.
Job Titles
- Cataloguing technician
- Library technician
Main Duties
- Assist library users in accessing books, films, photographs, maps, documents, electronic materials and other library materials
- Catalogue new library acquisitions under the direction of a librarian
- Perform manual and on-line reference searches and make interlibrary loans for users
- Assist librarians in giving tours and providing children’s and other specialized library programs.
Workplaces
- Establishments with library services throughout the public and private sectors
- Libraries
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Coordinating
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Evaluation
Abilities
- Memorizing
- Pattern Identification
- Speech Clarity
- Verbal Ability
- Written Comprehension
Personal Attributes
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration
- Active Learning
- Adaptability
- Analytical Thinking
Similar Occupations
- Records management technicians (12112)
- Library assistants and clerks (14300)
- Librarians (51100)
- Archivists (51102)
Source: OaSIS
Employment Outlook
An employment outlook has not been assigned due to low levels of employment for this occupation in PEI.
Source: Job Bank
Prevailing Wages
| AREA | LOW | MEDIAN | HIGH |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEI | $18.35 | $25.96 | $37.71 |
| Canada | $16.00 | $27.80 | $38.68 |
Training
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More Info
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