Careers · Library Technicians · Washington
Library Technicians in Washington
Library technicians support librarians by helping patrons find books, databases, and reference materials using library systems. They work in public libraries, academic institutions, and special libraries, managing collections by cataloging, sorting, shelving, and maintaining materials In Washington the median pay is $62,570 a year, 40% above the national median of $44,580.
$62,570median pay in Washington, per year
$56,850–$75,780middle half earn
1,850employed in Washington
$44,580U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold an associate degree.
Skills that matter most
Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingService OrientationCritical ThinkingLearning StrategiesSocial PerceptivenessCoordination
Knowledge areas
Customer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageAdministrativeComputers and ElectronicsEducation and TrainingCommunications and Media
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Library Technicians.
Licenses and training in Washington
Library Technicians pay in other states
District of Columbia · $61,040Connecticut · $57,060California · $53,260Minnesota · $51,110Hawaii · $50,870Massachusetts · $50,430Vermont · $50,090New York · $50,060Oregon · $49,970Maryland · $48,920
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against library technicians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against library technicians and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 25-4031.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Washington, annual.