Library Assistants, Clerical
Compile records, and sort, shelve, issue, and receive library materials such as books, electronic media, pictures, cards, slides and microfilm. Locate library materials for loan and replace material in shelving area, stacks, or files according to identification number and title. Register patrons to permit them to borrow books, periodicals, and other library materials.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Library Assistants, Clerical to decrease by -6.4% between 2024 and 2034, from 89,500 to 83,800 jobs. Its estimate of 12,300 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($36,910), education (High school diploma or equivalent), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
89,500
Projected employment (2034)
83,800
Projected change (2024–2034)
-6%
Annual openings (projected average)
12,300
Pay & Preparation
$36,910
High school diploma or equivalent
None
Short-term on-the-job training
Essential Skills
Service Orientation (3.38/5) • Active Listening (3.25/5) • Reading Comprehension (3.25/5) • Writing (3/5) • Critical Thinking (3/5) • Speaking (3/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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