Librarians
Librarians select, develop, organize and maintain library collections and provide advisory services for users.
Good
Market Demand
TEER 1
Skill Level
SK, AB, BC
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Recommend acquisition of books, periodicals and audio-visual, interactive media and other materials for inclusion in library collection
- Provide reference services
- Select, classify, catalogue and weed library materials
- Prepare bibliographies, indexes, reading lists, guides and other finding aids
- Develop systems to access library collections
- Perform manual, on-line and interactive media reference searches to assist users in accessing library materials and arrange for interlibrary loans
- Develop taxonomies using various information and data sources
- Provide specialized programs for children, seniors and other groups
- Conduct library information and orientation training programs and tours
- Perform related administrative duties and supervise library technicians, assistants and clerks.
Qualifications
- checkA master's degree in library science or a master's degree in library and information studies or a master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association is required.
Market Outlook by Province
Saskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Good for librarians (NOC 51100) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.Here are some key facts about librarians in Saskatchewan: Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Librarians mainly work in the following sectors: Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): more than 95% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 51% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 49% compared to 19% for all occupations71% of librarians work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 10% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 90% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 31% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 15% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 32% compared to 7% for all occupations
Good
Outlook
Alberta
The employment outlook will be Moderate for librarians (NOC 51100) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about librarians in Alberta: Approximately 900 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Librarians mainly work in the following sectors: Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): more than 95% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 73% compared to 80% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 27% compared to 20% for all occupations68% of librarians work all year, while 32% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 16% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 84% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: 9% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 7% compared to 19% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 21% compared to 21% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 63% compared to 9% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
British Columbia
The employment outlook will be Moderate for librarians (NOC 51100) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Employment will see the most gains in regions with high population growth, such as parts of the Lower Mainland and the Okanagan. Here are some key facts about librarians in British Columbia: Approximately 2,150 people work in this occupation. Librarians mainly work in the following sectors: Information and cultural industries (NAICS 51): more than 95% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 77% compared to 78% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 23% compared to 22% for all occupations76% of librarians work all year, while 24% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 22% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 78% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 7% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 6% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 11% compared to 22% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 73% compared to 12% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
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Immigration Pathways
TEER 1 occupations typically require a university degree and qualify for Express Entry. These are high-priority for STEM and healthcare category draws.
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Vancouver Public Library
2 active roles · Vancouver, BC
District of West Vancouver
2 active roles · West Vancouver, BC
ASSA ABLOY Group (via Fleming and Baron, an ASSA ABLOY branded company)
1 active role · Woodbridge, ON
McGill
1 active role · Montreal, QC
University of Guelph - Improve Life
1 active role · Guelph, ON
Mount Royal University
1 active role · Calgary, AB
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Critical Thinking, Decision Making and Problem Solving
to evaluate the quality and relevance of resources, make informed and ethical choices in resource management and resolve user access challenges and research inquiries
Learning and Teaching Strategies, and Instructing
to guide users in conducting research using digital tools or accessing various library resources, and design educational programs and workshops that enhance users' information literacy
Written Comprehension
to read and understand complex written materials, including research articles, catalogue entries and reference documents, in order to assist patrons accurately and manage resources effectively
Categorization Flexibility and Information Ordering
to systematically organize complex structured information, adapt classification schemes and efficiently retrieve and reorder resources so users can efficiently find what they need
Adaptability
to stay current with technological changes and updates in information management practices and adjust services to better meet user demands, such as by adapting to digital resources and online databases
Knowledge in Library, Conservation, and Heritage
to understand how to properly preserve and maintain properly valuable materials to protect a library's assets
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