How do they match: Library Technicians

  • Media Center Specialist
  • Media Specialist
  • Audio Visual Aids Director
  • Audio-Visual Aide
  • Library Media Technician

  • Assist librarians by helping readers in the use of library catalogs, databases, and indexes to locate books and other materials; and by answering questions that require only brief consultation of standard reference. Compile records; sort and shelve books or other media; remove or repair damaged books or other media; register patrons; and check materials in and out of the circulation process. Replace materials in shelving area (stacks) or files. Includes bookmobile drivers who assist with providing services in mobile libraries.

  • Check for damaged library materials, such as books or audio-visual equipment, and provide replacements or make repairs.
  • Help patrons find and use library resources, such as reference materials, audio-visual equipment, computers, and other electronic resources and provide technical assistance when needed.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot problems with library equipment, including computers, photocopiers, and audio-visual equipment.
  • Operate and maintain audio-visual equipment, such as projectors, tape recorders, and videocassette recorders.