" Working in a middle school library is my dream job! In this role, I’m expected to be knowledgeable about various books and authors, so reading and learning—two things I love doing anyway—are a part of the job. Supporting kids as they do research for class assignments makes me optimistic about their growing interest in learning and discovering subjects that are fun for them to learn. And just the skill of knowing how to use resources will help serve them as successful adults. Albert Einstein said, ‘The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library,’ and Laura Bush said, ‘I have found that the most valuable thing in my wallet is my library card.’ I agree wholeheartedly and hope to pass this on to my students!"

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Job Description

SOC Code: 25-4022

Librarians and Media Collections Specialists administer and maintain libraries or collections of information, for public or private access through reference or borrowing. Work in a variety of settings, such as educational institutions, museums, and corporations, and with various types of informational materials, such as books, periodicals, recordings, films, and databases. Tasks may include acquiring, cataloging, and circulating library materials, and user services such as locating and organizing information, providing instruction on how to access information, and setting up and operating a library's media equipment.*

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Top Job Skills:

• Customer service
• Word processing
• Analysis of materials
• Curriculum Development
• Assists library patrons

General Work Activities:

• Mental Processes
  • Plan community programs of activities for the general public
  • Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems
  • Develop policies or procedures for archives, museums or libraries
• Interacting With Others
  • Process library materials
  • Teach others to use technology or equipment
  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products
  • Help patrons use library or archival resources
  • Confer with others to conduct or arrange operational activities
  • Classify materials according to standard systems
• Information Input
  • Search information sources to find specific data
• Work Output
  • Maintain operational records

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*All data is factual, but names, Images, and quotations have been adapted to protect the Identity of employees and businesses.

Job Statistics

 

Examples of Workforce Areas with Job Openings

 

• Santee-Lynches
• Midlands
• Lowcountry
• Catawba
• Lowcountry
• Pee Dee
• Worklink

 

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Examples of Employers with Job Openings

• Richland School District One
• Greenvile County Schools
• Rock Hill Schools
• Barnwell County School District
• Beaufort County, SC

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Related Occupations

• Archivists
• Instructional Coordinators
• Library Assistants, Clerical
• Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary
• Library Technicians 

NOTE: All data based on state averages. Information may vary depending on region, experience, and specific employment situation. Last Updated: 2025

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