Library assistants and clerks
Career Overview
Library assistants and clerks:
- Issue and receive library materials, sort and shelve books, and provide general library information to users
- Perform clerical duties
- Work for libraries or other establishments with library services
Job Titles
Duties
Library assistants and clerks perform some or all of the following duties:
- Issue and receive library books and other materials
- Sort and reshelve books and other library materials
- Perform clerical duties such as manual and electronic filing, and record payments received
- Maintain journal subscriptions
- Help library users in finding basic library materials and making interlibrary loans
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
1,900% Employed Full Time
26%Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office or school.
Career Pathways
Promotion to more senior positions is possible with experience and post-secondary education related to library science.
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Occupational Interests
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Education, Training and Skills
- Completion of secondary school is usually required
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Academic/Basic Upgrading
Skills
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Actively looking for ways to help people.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
1,900Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 110 | 5.8% |
| Kootenay | 65 | 3.4% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 925 | 48.7% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 85 | 4.5% |
| Northeast | 25 | 1.3% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 240 | 12.6% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 450 | 23.7% |
Labour Market Outlook
The B.C. Labour Market Outlook is a 10-year forecast of the expected supply and demand for labour in the province. It’s usually updated every year. The purpose is to provide British Columbians with the knowledge to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.
Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
520Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 10 | 1.0% |
| Kootenay | 30 | 0.8% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 230 | 1.2% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 20 | 2.1% |
| Northeast | 10 | 4.8% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 60 | 0.7% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 160 | 3.4% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Information, Culture and Recreation | 510 |
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Services | 10 |
| Educational Services | 10 |
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