Law librarians may work more than 40 hours a week. They may experience greater stress than other librarians because of the hurried nature of their environment. Librarians use computers to catalog books, conduct searches, and keep records. Some sit at desks or computer terminals all day. Extended work at computers may cause eyestrain, neck and back tension, and headaches.
Wages vary according to training, experience and type of library setting.
Academic and corporate librarians may earn higher wages in top level positions. Wages for public librarians can vary widely according to the level of training and experience required and the size of the population served. Entry level wages are usually lower. Pay varies with the type, size, and location of the employer. It also varies with the librarian's specialty, level of responsibility, and academic credentials.