Librarian Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Librarian:

  • A degree in Library Science; a Master’s in Library Science or Information Management is a plus
  • Previous experience as a librarian
  • Effective communication
  • Ability to multitask
  • A patient and friendly personality
  • Experience using computers and working with electronic databases
  • Familiarity with information management systems
  • Strong organizational skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Librarian skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Librarian roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.