Employment of library technicians and assistants is projected to grow 5 percent from 2014 to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

Because of budget constraints, more libraries are hiring technicians and assistants to provide library services instead of traditional librarians. This is because technicians and assistants typically work part time and are cheaper to employ compared to librarians. Therefore, demand for library technicians and assistants should increase.

Job Prospects

Candidates who can adapt to rapidly changing technology will have better prospects as a library technician or assistant. Those who want to become a library technician may have better job prospects if they obtain an associate's degree or a certificate. Those who want to become a library assistant may benefit from obtaining a high school degree.