Tapping into the Skill Set of Today's Library Technician: A Decade In, from the Perspective of the Library Technician

The past decade has seen a change in the role of the library technician. Transitioning from their traditional roles, technicians have moved into positions previously held by librarians. This presentation is an oral documentation of the experiences of technicians who hold senior positions in academic and hospital-university affiliated libraries. 

Library technicians have moved into positions previously held by librarians. While this era of change and evolution has been talked about and implemented, less has been written about and it is now time to ask the question: How is this new model taking shape, ten years later? In showcasing the skillsets of today's technicians, we hope to answer this question, and additionally, create a greater appreciation of the contribution technicians can bring to an organization. 

The take-aways, to appreciate and understand: 

Library Technician’s have embraced and adapted seamlessly to our new complexed and interesting roles by drawing on our experience working on the frontlines, networking, through collaboration with Librarians and by furthering our education. 

From where Library Technician started in terms of our place in the library infrastructure to where we are now. 

Going forward, what the future library looks like, career-wise, for the Library Technicians