Also called: Library Technology Librarian, Integrated Library Systems Manager
Runs the technology behind a library: the catalog, e-book platforms, and public computers.
A systems librarian might fix the online catalog, set up a new e-book app, and build a dashboard showing which branches check out the most books.
Estimate based on BLS librarians.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Master's degree, about 6 years after high school. Master's in library science (MLS), plus tech skills.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school. Training cost: $60k – $150k.
Majors to look at: Library Science, Information Science, Computer Science.
Growing about average (about 3% over 10 years). Tracks librarian growth.
Medium risk for 10 years. AI tools and cloud catalogs automate setup and reports; integrating systems and supporting staff stay human.
Classes: AP Computer Science Principles, Computer applications, Statistics.
Official data: O*NET occupation 25-4022.
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