[Core] [122% incumbents] Check books in and out of the library.
  DWAs: Process library materials.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Teach library patrons basic computer skills, such as searching computerized databases.
  DWAs: Teach others to use technology or equipment.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Review and evaluate materials, using book reviews, catalogs, faculty recommendations, and current holdings to select and order print, audio-visual, and electronic resources.
  DWAs: Select educational materials or equipment.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Search standard reference materials, including online sources and the Internet, to answer patrons' reference questions.
  DWAs: Search information sources to find specific data.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Plan and teach classes on topics such as information literacy, library instruction, and technology use.
  DWAs: Teach others to use technology or equipment.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Confer with colleagues, faculty, and community members and organizations to conduct informational programs, make collection decisions, and determine library services to offer.
  DWAs: Confer with others to conduct or arrange operational activities.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Respond to customer complaints, taking action as necessary.
  DWAs: Help patrons use library or archival resources.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Plan and deliver client-centered programs and services, such as special services for corporate clients, storytelling for children, newsletters, or programs for special groups.
  DWAs: Plan community programs or activities for the general public.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Locate unusual or unique information in response to specific requests.
  DWAs: Search information sources to find specific data.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Evaluate materials to determine outdated or unused items to be discarded.
  DWAs: Inspect materials or equipment to determine need for repair or replacement.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Engage in professional development activities, such as taking continuing education classes and attending or participating in conferences, workshops, professional meetings, and associations.
  DWAs: Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Compile lists of books, periodicals, articles, and audio-visual materials on particular subjects.
  DWAs: Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Evaluate vendor products and performance, negotiate contracts, and place orders.
  DWAs: Negotiate purchases or contracts. | Order instructional or library materials or equipment.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Assemble and arrange display materials.
  DWAs: Construct exhibits or parts of exhibits.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Keep up-to-date records of circulation and materials, maintain inventory, and correct cataloging errors.
  DWAs: Maintain operational records. | Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Analyze patrons' requests to determine needed information and assist in furnishing or locating that information.
  DWAs: Help patrons use library or archival resources.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Supervise daily library operations, budgeting, planning, and personnel activities, such as hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
  DWAs: Direct department activities.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Code, classify, and catalog books, publications, films, audio-visual aids, and other library materials, based on subject matter or standard library classification systems.
  DWAs: Classify materials according to standard systems.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Explain use of library facilities, resources, equipment, and services, and provide information about library policies.
  DWAs: Help patrons use library or archival resources.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Develop library policies and procedures.
  DWAs: Develop policies or procedures for archives, museums or libraries.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Direct and train library staff in duties, such as receiving, shelving, researching, cataloging, and equipment use.
  DWAs: Train staff members. | Direct activities of subordinates.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot information access aids, such as databases, annotated bibliographies, Web pages, electronic pathfinders, software programs, and online tutorials.
  DWAs: Develop library or archival databases.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Represent library or institution on internal and external committees.
  DWAs: Serve on institutional or departmental committees.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Arrange for interlibrary loans of materials not available in a particular library.
  DWAs: Order instructional or library materials or equipment.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Troubleshoot problems with audio-visual equipment.
  DWAs: Troubleshoot equipment or systems operation problems. | Diagnose equipment malfunctions.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Confer with teachers to select course materials and to determine which training aids are best suited to particular grade levels.
  DWAs: Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.

[Core] [61% incumbents] Set up, adjust, and operate audio-visual equipment, such as cameras, film and slide projectors, and recording equipment, for meetings, events, classes, seminars, and video conferences.
  DWAs: Operate audiovisual equipment.

[Supplemental] [61% incumbents] Maintain inventory of audio-visual equipment.
  DWAs: Maintain inventory records. | Maintain the inventory of equipment. | Inventory materials or equipment.

[None] Maintain hardware and software, including computers, media equipment, scanners, color copiers, and color laser printers.
  DWAs: Maintain computer equipment or software.

[None] Train faculty and media staff on the use of software and audio-visual equipment.
  DWAs: Teach others to use technology or equipment.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.88 lvl:3.50) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Writing (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.38) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Learning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.61 lvl:5.44) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:4.39 lvl:4.81) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Computers and Electronics (imp:4.04 lvl:4.80) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Education and Training (imp:3.97 lvl:4.81) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administrative (imp:3.84 lvl:4.81) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Communications and Media (imp:3.27 lvl:3.28) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Administration and Management (imp:3.25 lvl:3.60) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Psychology (imp:2.71 lvl:2.63) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Mathematics (imp:2.65 lvl:2.95) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.65 lvl:2.31) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.58 lvl:2.71) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.56 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.52 lvl:2.62) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Law and Government (imp:2.51 lvl:2.28) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Geography (imp:2.49 lvl:3.23) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  History and Archeology (imp:2.42 lvl:2.40) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Telecommunications (imp:2.32 lvl:1.71) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Production and Processing (imp:2.28 lvl:1.86) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.27 lvl:1.61) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.19 lvl:2.26) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Design (imp:2.05 lvl:1.66) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.80 lvl:1.30) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Fine Arts (imp:1.73 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Mechanical (imp:1.66 lvl:1.06) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.63 lvl:1.31) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.62 lvl:1.03) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Chemistry (imp:1.50 lvl:0.95) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Transportation (imp:1.41 lvl:0.88) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Biology (imp:1.40 lvl:0.49) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Building and Construction (imp:1.35) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.35 lvl:0.68) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Physics (imp:1.32 lvl:0.59) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Food Production (imp:1.19) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Expression (imp:4.25 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:3.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Information Ordering (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Near Vision (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Originality (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:3.25) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Visualization (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.12) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Depth Perception (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Response Orientation (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Stamina (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.50) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Working with Computers (imp:4.74 lvl:3.59) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.41 lvl:5.00) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Getting Information (imp:4.37 lvl:4.33) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.20 lvl:4.98) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.20 lvl:4.57) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.92 lvl:3.14) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.78 lvl:3.77) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.77 lvl:4.22) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.76 lvl:4.02) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.76 lvl:4.83) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Processing Information (imp:3.72 lvl:3.98) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.70 lvl:3.35) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.65 lvl:3.67) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.54 lvl:3.89) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.48 lvl:4.13) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.45 lvl:3.51) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.40 lvl:3.60) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.40 lvl:3.65) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.39 lvl:3.51) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.33 lvl:3.25) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.16 lvl:3.35) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.14 lvl:3.50) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.12 lvl:3.34) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.12 lvl:2.79) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.11 lvl:3.32) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.11 lvl:3.75) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.98 lvl:3.06) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.98 lvl:3.22) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.85 lvl:2.75) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.69 lvl:3.39) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.68 lvl:2.66) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.62 lvl:2.36) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.53 lvl:2.30) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.48 lvl:2.39) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.34 lvl:1.79) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.87 lvl:1.40) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.70 lvl:1.24) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.69 lvl:1.24) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.38 lvl:0.56) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.31 lvl:0.60) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.29 lvl:0.67) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.37) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cooperation (imp:2.30) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.20) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Dependability (imp:1.95) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Social Orientation (imp:1.81) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Empathy (imp:1.57) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Initiative (imp:1.50) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:1.44) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Adaptability (imp:1.35) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.30) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Humility (imp:1.22) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.21) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.15) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.10) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.07) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Optimism (imp:1.07) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Cooperation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Integrity (imp:0.89) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Self-Control (imp:0.85) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Innovation (imp:0.82) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.78) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:0.57) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Dependability () — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Service Orientation (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Instructing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Persuasion (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Negotiation (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:1.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.12 lvl:0.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.25) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.12 lvl:0.38) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 133,790
  annual_median    : $68,270
  annual_pct10     : $43,660
  annual_pct25     : $56,310
  annual_pct75     : $84,480
  annual_pct90     : $103,990
  annual_mean      : $72,840
  hourly_median    : $32.82

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($100,030)
  lowest_state     : West Virginia ($42,980)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.327x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (52 total) ---
  Educational Services                     emp:   73,240  median: $  74,120
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   48,020  median: $  63,360
  Information                              emp:    7,430  median: $  60,790
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,280  median: $  83,760
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    1,110  median: $  72,020
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:    1,100  median: $  53,570
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      500  median: $  53,930
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      430  median: $  64,860
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      290  median: $  43,560
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      130  median: $  58,610

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (14 total) ---
  Educational Services                     emp:   73,240  median: $  74,120
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:   48,020  median: $  63,360
  Information                              emp:    7,430  median: $  60,790
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,280  median: $  83,760
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    1,110  median: $  72,020
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:    1,100  median: $  53,570
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      500  median: $  53,930
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      430  median: $  64,860
  Transportation and Warehousing           emp:      290  median: $  43,560
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      130  median: $  58,610

exact_match_status : no_exact_match
matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T21:16:58.501603Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Teacher-librarian (similarity: 0.2951)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teacher-librarian
  QID: Q7691196
  Extract: A teacher-librarian, also known as a school librarian or school library media specialist (SLMS), is a certified librarian who also has training in teaching.

  Title: Library (similarity: 0.2353)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Library
  QID: Q7075
  Extract: A library is a collection of books, and possibly other materials and media, that is accessible for use by its members and members of allied institutions. Libraries provide physical or digital materials, and may be a physical location, a virtual space, or both. A library's collection normally include

  Title: School library (similarity: 0.2069)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/School_library
  QID: Q1076099
  Extract: A school library, or school media center, is a library within a school where students, staff, and sometimes parents can borrow a variety of print and digital resources. The goal of a school library or media center is to ensure that all members of the school community have equitable access to materia

  Title: Librarian (similarity: 0.3396)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Librarian
  QID: Q182436
  Extract: A librarian is a person who professionally works with information management. The professional duties of librarians encompass a wide range of activities, including the provision of access to information, the conduct of research, the creation and management of information systems, the creation, leade

  Title: Women in the United States (similarity: 0.2000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q17514041
  Extract: The legal status of women in the United States has advanced significantly over the past two centuries, but not yet equal to that of men in comparison to other high-income democracies.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on comprehensive O*NET data including detailed task lists, work activities, and wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025. The role definition is well-established with clear educational requirements and career pathways supported by employment distribution data across educational services and government sectors.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T17:43:37.128442+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,498
tokens_output        : 4,450
cost_usd             : $0.048637
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for the combined 'Librarians and Media Collections Specialists' occupation. The closest semantic match was 'Librarian' with 0.340 similarity, which covers the core librarian functions but not the broader media collections specialization aspect of this O*NET category.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Librarians and media collections specialists administer and maintain libraries or collections of information for public or private access through reference or borrowing services. They work in educational institutions, museums, corporations, and public libraries, managing various informational materials including books, periodicals, digital resources, and multimedia collections. These professionals serve as information intermediaries, helping patrons locate resources, teaching information literacy skills, and curating collections to meet organizational and community needs.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves checking books in and out of the library using computerized systems, searching standard reference materials and online databases to answer patrons' reference questions, and teaching library users basic computer skills for database searching. They review and evaluate new materials using book reviews, catalogs, and faculty recommendations to make collection development decisions. Time is spent planning and delivering client-centered programs such as information literacy classes, storytelling sessions, or specialized services for corporate clients. They also locate unusual or unique information for specific patron requests and evaluate existing materials to determine which outdated items should be discarded.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role demonstrate strong attention to detail (importance 3.0) and intellectual curiosity (importance 2.2), with a conventional personality type (RIASEC C:5.83) that enjoys organizing information systematically. They possess excellent oral and written communication abilities (importance 4.2 and 3.8 respectively) and thrive on establishing meaningful interpersonal relationships (importance 4.4, level 5.0). Success requires individuals who enjoy continuous learning and updating their knowledge (importance 4.2, level 5.0), as they must stay current with evolving information technologies and resources. Those who find satisfaction in service-oriented work and helping others access information will find this role particularly fulfilling.

CAREER ENTRY:
This occupation requires extensive preparation with 64.7% of practitioners holding master's degrees, typically in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program. Some positions accept bachelor's degrees (8.2%) combined with relevant experience, while others may require specialized subject knowledge for specialized collections. Entry-level positions often start in academic libraries, public library systems, or as library assistants to gain practical experience with cataloging, reference services, and collection management.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement typically progresses from entry-level librarian roles to specialized positions such as Reference Librarian, Collection Development Librarian, or Digital Services Librarian. Senior career paths include Library Director, Information Services Manager, or Academic Library Administrator roles. Some professionals transition into related fields such as instructional coordination (25-9031.00), library science teaching at the postsecondary level (25-1082.00), or specialized information management roles in corporate or government settings. The extensive knowledge base in information systems and customer service also enables transitions to database administration or web administration roles.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 133,790 professionals nationally with a median annual salary of $68,270, ranging from $43,660 to $103,990 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data. Educational services represent the largest employment sector with 73,240 positions, followed by government with 48,020 positions. Geographic variation is significant, with Washington state offering the highest median wages at $100,030 compared to West Virginia's $42,980, representing a 2.33x differential. The concentration in educational institutions reflects the critical role of academic and school libraries, while government employment includes public library systems and specialized federal information services. Market demand is influenced by digital transformation trends and evolving information literacy needs.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role shows moderate automation resilience due to its emphasis on interpersonal relationships (importance 4.4) and complex information interpretation tasks. While routine cataloging and material processing may become more automated, the core functions of interpreting information for others (importance 3.9) and providing personalized reference services remain largely human-centered. The increasing importance of digital literacy education and specialized information curation suggests continued demand for human expertise in navigating complex information landscapes.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Library Technicians (25-4031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct career progression pathway with shared library operations knowledge and similar work environments.
    data: Primary-Short relationship declared
    data: Shared library operations tasks
    data: Similar knowledge requirements in library systems
  [knowledge_overlap] Archivists (25-4011.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require extensive knowledge of information organization, cataloging systems, and collection management principles.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Shared information ordering abilities (importance 3.6)
    data: Similar customer service knowledge requirements
  [career_pathway] Library Science Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1082.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Natural career advancement for experienced librarians with master's degrees seeking teaching roles in their field.
    data: 64.7% hold master's degrees
    data: Training and teaching others work activity (importance 3.8)
    data: Education and training knowledge (importance 4.0)
  [skill_overlap] Database Administrators (15-1242.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared computer systems expertise and information organization skills enable career transitions to database management roles.
    data: Working with computers activity (importance 4.7)
    data: Computers and electronics knowledge (importance 4.0)
    data: Information ordering abilities (importance 3.6)
  [task_similarity] Instructional Coordinators (25-9031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve planning educational programs, curriculum development, and training others in information literacy skills.
    data: Planning and teaching classes task cited
    data: Education and training knowledge (importance 4.0)
    data: Training and teaching others activity (importance 3.8)
  [transferable_skill] Computer User Support Specialists (15-1232.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Teaching computer skills to patrons and troubleshooting technology issues creates transferable technical support capabilities.
    data: Teaching basic computer skills task
    data: Computers and electronics knowledge (importance 4.0)
    data: Customer service orientation

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['librarian', 'library', 'collection', 'reference', 'cataloging', 'information', 'media specialist', 'bibliographer']
  exclude_keywords : ['teacher', 'archivist', 'technician', 'assistant', 'clerk']
  title_patterns   : ['*librarian', 'media collections specialist', '*library*', 'bibliographer*', 'collection*coordinator']
  common_variations: ['librarian', 'media collections specialist', 'library specialist', 'information specialist', 'reference librarian', 'collection librarian', 'catalog librarian', 'bibliographer']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'others', 'tendency', 'materials', 'library', 'resources', 'services', 'activities', 'principles', 'includes', 'programs', 'media', 'control', 'objects', 'problems', 'management', 'ideas', 'visual', 'procedures', 'needs']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  45  0.01538  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:51%  dwas:31%  onet_tasks:18%
others                     45  0.01538  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:84%  dwas:9%  inference:7%
tendency                   42  0.01435  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
materials                  36  0.01230  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:28%  onet_tasks:25%  dwas:25%
library                    35  0.01196  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:37%  inference:26%  dwas:20%
resources                  19  0.00649  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:47%  dwas:16%  inference:16%
services                   18  0.00615  inference            inference:44%  onet_dimensions:33%  onet_tasks:22%
activities                 16  0.00547  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:56%  dwas:25%  onet_tasks:12%
principles                 16  0.00547  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
includes                   15  0.00513  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  wikipedia:13%  inference:7%
programs                   12  0.00410  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:33%  onet_dimensions:33%  dwas:17%
media                      12  0.00410  wikipedia            wikipedia:33%  onet_dimensions:25%  inference:25%
control                    12  0.00410  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00410  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problems                   11  0.00376  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:82%  onet_tasks:9%  dwas:9%
management                 11  0.00376  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:64%  wikipedia:18%  inference:18%
ideas                      11  0.00376  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
visual                     10  0.00342  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:70%  onet_dimensions:30%
procedures                 10  0.00342  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  dwas:10%
needs                      10  0.00342  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  inference:20%
teaching                   10  0.00342  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:30%  dwas:10%
techniques                 10  0.00342  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00342  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
librarian                  10  0.00342  inference            inference:60%  wikipedia:40%
reference                   9  0.00308  inference            inference:67%  onet_tasks:22%  wikipedia:11%
performance                 9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:22%
events                      9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
human                       9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
public                      9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  inference:44%  dwas:11%
quickly                     9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00308  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
importance                  9  0.00308  inference            inference:89%  onet_dimensions:11%
patrons                     8  0.00273  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  dwas:38%  inference:25%
audio                       8  0.00273  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:88%  wikipedia:12%
technology                  8  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:38%  onet_tasks:12%
needed                      8  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
providing                   8  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00273  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%