How much does a Library Assistant I make in San Jose, CA? The average Library Assistant I salary in San Jose, CA is $48,065 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $42,301 and $53,878. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Library Assistant I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Library Assistant I Salary $37,054 San Jose,CA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Library Assistant I Salary $42,301 San Jose,CA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Library Assistant I Salary $48,065 San Jose,CA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Library Assistant I Salary $53,878 San Jose,CA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Library Assistant I Salary $59,170 San Jose,CA April 24, 2024
25% $42,301 10% $37,054 90% $59,170 75% $53,878 $48,065 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Library Assistant I

Library Assistant I supports library circulation and processing operations and assists library users in locating materials and using library systems and tools. Reshelves returned books and materials and updates the library information system. Being a Library Assistant I maintains user account and access data and processes special requests for materials. Performs routine cataloging processes. Additionally, Library Assistant I assists with maintenance and update processes for library databases, software, and systems. May perform clerical tasks related to book purchasing and payments. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Library Assistant I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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  • Library Assistant I (19hr/11mo)(BC). Kern Community College District. Salary. $2,821.00 - $3,923.50 Monthly. Job Type. Part Time. Job Number. FY23-2400793....
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Career Path for Library Assistant I

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Library Assistant I, the first career path typically starts with a Library Assistant II position, and then Library Services Supervisor.

The second career path typically progresses to Medical Library Services Manager.

Additionally, the third career path typically progresses to Library Technical Services Manager.

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Library Assistant I salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Library Assistant I, the highest Library Assistant I salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Library Assistant I salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Library Assistant I salary is in Miami, FL, where the Library Assistant I salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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