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Nextstep Technology Inc

Library Technician

Springfield, VA · On-site

$18 - $18.34/hr

We are seeking a Library Technician to support our Virtual Technical Library (VTL) of the Military Sealift Command (MSC). * Responsible for day-to-day operation of the technical library including but ...

Kansas City University

Library Assistant

Joplin, MT · On-site

Provides professional library services to students, faculty and staff. Essential Duties and ... military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or ...

Kansas City University

Library Assistant

Joplin, MO · On-site

Provides professional library services to students, faculty and staff. Essential Duties and ... military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or ...

Georgia

Assistant, Library

Thomaston, GA · On-site

Assistant, Library Agency: Southern Crescent Technical College Job Requisition ID: JR0000001389 ... S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present ...

Georgia

Assistant, Library

Griffin, GA · On-site

Job Title: Assistant, Library Job Requisition ID: JR0000001450 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Day ... S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present ...

Ohio Jobs

Library Consultant

Columbus, OH · On-site

Library Consultant The State Library of Ohio invites qualified applicants to apply for the position ... military status (past, pr or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for military library in the United States is $72,983.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $85,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Military Library job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,983 per year, or $35.1 per hour.

Library Technician

Springfield, VA • On-site

Nextstep Technology Inc
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$18 - $18.34/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Description:

We are seeking a Library Technician to support our Virtual Technical Library (VTL) of the Military Sealift Command (MSC).


Job Description:

  • Responsible for day-to-day operation of the technical library including but not limited to
  1. Managing the utilization of available library space including rearrangement and redistribution of documents as advised by    the Library Supervisor.
  2. Maintaining technical data spaces.
  • Data Entry
  • Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
  • Customer Service
  • Receive, Log and file new or revised documents and identify and purge obsolete documents.
  • Maintain the library’s NavSea and Manufacturer’s literature.
  • Maintain Virtual Technical Library (VTL).
  • Distribute technical documents as requested.
  • Order and maintain all supplies for the Library.
  • Distribute technical documents as requested including but not limited to:
  • Pick-up and delivery technical documentation to government facilities within 45 miles.
  • Travel to ships within the US and Outside US if needed by MSC COR/TPOC/Library Supervisor.
  • Go onboard ships, shipyards, contractor’s facilities, and military bases to pick-up and deliver technical documentation.
Requirements:

 Job Requirement:

Active Security Clearance Required

High School diploma or GED.

BA/BS preferred

3 to 6 months prior clerical, customer service or library experience.

Ability to go aboard ship for inventory/scanning projects.

Experience working with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Adobe Acrobat installing bookmarks in manuals.

Travel within or outside the US