Also called: Resource Sharing Specialist
Borrows books and articles from other libraries around the world for patrons who need them.
An ILL specialist tracks down a rare book from a library in another state, scans articles for a researcher, and packs up the library's own books to lend out.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Associate's degree (2-year), about 2 years after high school. Associate degree or on-the-job training.
Ways in: 2-year college, On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Library Technology.
Shrinking (about -1% over 10 years). Tracks library technician growth.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. Automated request systems and AI handle most lending, scanning and tracking, so fewer specialists are needed.
Classes: Computer applications, Business, AP English Language.
Official data: O*NET occupation 25-4031.
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