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How much do law library technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for law library technician in the United States is $20.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a law library technician?

Law library technicians are professionals who assist in managing legal libraries by organizing materials, maintaining databases, and helping patrons locate legal resources. They support attorneys, law students, and researchers by ensuring access to books, legal documents, and electronic resources. Their role may also involve cataloging new materials, handling interlibrary loans, and providing administrative support to librarians. Law library technicians typically work in law firms, courts, universities, or government agencies and need strong organizational and research skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a law library technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Law Library Technician, you need knowledge of legal research methods, cataloging, and library science, usually supported by an associate’s degree or relevant library technician certification. Familiarity with legal databases (such as Westlaw or LexisNexis), integrated library systems, and digital resource management is typically required. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication help you manage collections and assist library patrons. These skills ensure accurate information retrieval, efficient library operations, and quality service to legal professionals and researchers.

What are some common challenges faced by law library technicians when assisting patrons with legal research?

Law Library Technicians often encounter challenges when helping patrons who have little or no legal research experience. They must balance providing guidance on using legal resources without offering legal advice, which can be a fine line. Additionally, understanding the specific needs of attorneys, students, or members of the public requires strong communication and adaptability. Technicians also need to stay updated on changes in legal databases and resources to ensure accurate assistance.

What is the difference between Law Library Technician vs Law Librarian?

AspectLaw Library TechnicianLaw Librarian
Required CredentialsAssociate's degree or relevant certificationMaster's degree in Library Science (MLS) or Juris Doctor (JD)
Work EnvironmentLaw libraries, legal offices, government agenciesLaw firms, legal departments, academic institutions
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with cataloging, maintaining resources, customer serviceManaging collections, research assistance, library administration

Law Library Technicians typically hold an associate's degree or certification and focus on operational support within law libraries. Law Librarians usually have a master's in library science or a law degree, handling higher-level management and research tasks. Both roles are essential in legal information settings, but the Librarian role involves more advanced responsibilities and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Law Library Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,143 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

Library Technician (6046)

Norfolk, VA • On-site

Three Saints Bay, LLC
Government Relations and Lobbying Services • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$45 - $60K/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage engineering and technical records by receiving, cataloging, filing, organizing, rearranging, and redistributing documentation within the engineering library.

  • Support day-to-day operations by handling communication inquiries, including answering phone calls and emails.

  • Maintain and support the MSC Virtual Technical Library (VTL) and prepare technical documents for distribution.

Job description

GVI Inc., a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, is seeking a Library Technicianin Norfolk, VA.
Join a Team Supporting the U.S. Maritime Mission
GVI is seeking detail-oriented and technically capable professionals to support the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Engineering Department's Technical Documentation Branch in Norfolk, Virginia.
These positions play an important role in maintaining and supporting the engineering and technical information used by MSC personnel. As part of our team, you will provide administrative, data management, engineering documentation, and technical library support while helping ensure critical technical information is accurate, organized, accessible, and effectively distributed throughout the MSC fleet.
A key component of these positions is supporting the MSC Virtual Technical Library (VTL), an electronic repository and management system containing technical manuals, engineering drawings, engineering designs, technical references, and other mission-critical documentation.
What You'll Do
Our Engineering Department support team responsibilities will include:
  • Managing engineering and technical records, including receiving, cataloging, filing, organizing, rearranging, and redistributing documentation within the available engineering library space.
  • Supporting day-to-day operations by receiving telephone calls, communicating messages by email, answering inquiries, and initiating calls as required.
  • Maintaining regulatory approval documentation from organizations including the United States Coast Guard (USCG), American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), and other applicable regulatory bodies. This includes retrieving engineering drawings, approval letters, certifications, and related documentation from ABS, NAVSEA, SAMM, and other authorized systems and websites.
  • Digitizing technical information by scanning and converting original engineering drawings, technical manuals, files, records, and other documentation into electronic formats
  • Maintaining and supporting the MSC SAMM Virtual Technical Library (VTL).
  • Preparing technical documents for distribution, including laminating small- and large-format drawings and other materials, as well as preparing and shipping documentation.
  • Maintaining the manufacturer technical literature library, including engineering service bulletins, technical advisories, and other manufacturer-issued documentation.
  • Supporting ship availabilities through the assembly, organization, preparation, and distribution of technical data required by engineering teams and vessels.
  • Creating and updating engineering drawings using information provided by MSC engineers and in accordance with the latest revision of the MSC Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Drawing Standard and MSC General Technical Requirements (GTRs).
  • Exporting and distributing electronic technical data from the local SAMM VTL system to vessels throughout the MSC fleet.

Position Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • 3 years' experience working in the MSC technical library.
  • 2 years' experience using SAMM VTL applications
  • Trained in answering customer service requests with 6 months' experience responding to customer service requests.
  • Individual must demonstrate the following:
  • o Ability to use all printers and scanners.
  • o Complete knowledge of library paper and electronic storage systems.

Salary: $45-$60K
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Three Saints Bay, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a team-oriented working environment and the opportunity to work with exceptional, dedicated industry professionals. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to take part in exciting projects with government and commercial clients, both domestic and international.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, creed, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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