Overview
Librarians select, develop, organize and maintain library collections and provide advisory services for users. They are employed in libraries or other establishments with library services throughout the public and private sectors.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Recommend acquisition of books, periodicals and audio-visual, interactive media and other materials for inclusion in library collection
Provide reference services
Select, classify, catalogue and weed library materials
Prepare bibliographies, indexes, reading lists, guides and other finding aids
Develop systems to access library collections
Perform manual, on-line and interactive media reference searches to assist users in accessing library materials and arrange for interlibrary loans
Develop taxonomies using various information and data sources
Provide specialized programs for children, seniors and other groups
Conduct library information and orientation training programs and tours
Perform related administrative duties and supervise library technicians, assistants and clerks.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$62,568
$79,253
$126,054
Job openings
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192expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
A master's degree in library science or a master's degree in library and information studies or a master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association is required.
Additional information
Progression to library management positions is possible with experience.
Certification requirements
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
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