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VanessaFas Updated 8 days ago |
Hourly or Salaried? - 1 ReplyEvery librarian I know works at a public library/town library. They are all salaried, but tell me that even though their contracts say their job... |
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KaitP Updated 2 months ago |
Coming back to the Library world - 14 RepliesThere are a lot of disgruntled job searchers commenting in here who are giving unhelpful and negative advice. I don't know if Rebecca is still... |
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Joseph in Coralville, Iowa Updated 11 months ago |
lack of experience - 9 RepliesI got my MLS in 1998 and couldn't find a job when I returned to my home state after graduation. So I have no experience except for working in the... |
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Joseph in Coralville, Iowa Updated 11 months ago |
Pursuing Librarian career. Need advice toward Bachelors degree choices. - 1 ReplyI am currently a University student who has about 2 months until I receive my Associates in Elementary Education. I wanted to have the backup degree... |
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Dee in Spring, Texas Updated 13 months ago |
need help in setting up a school library - 3 RepliesI have been assigned the task of setting up the library for our new school. The school will be in its 2nd year, while I will be a first year... |
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Najmeh in Girne, Turkey Updated 14 months ago |
How to get a librarian job in Europe? - 12 RepliesI want to relocate to Europe next year and want to know the best resources? Also has anyone woeked for Teach London? |
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Aeryn in Kansas City, Missouri |
Should I pursue an MLIS at Big College, Little College, or The College of Not at All?After getting laid off, realizing my current career isn't what I want to do with my life, and having dismal luck job-hunting, I'm applying to grad... |
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JB in Washington, District of Columbia |
Prospects for IT -> MLIS transition?Hi folks - I've been reading a bunch of comments and questions here, and appreciate how helpful everyone has been. I hope you don't mind me popping... |
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Allie in San Francisco, California Updated 22 months ago |
Librarian Jobs and a DUI Record - 1 ReplyHello. I am currently searching for employment as a librarian. I have my master's in library science and practical experience working in libraries... |
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somethingblue in Emeryville, California Updated 23 months ago |
The best part is... - 1 ReplyWhat do you enjoy most about librarian work? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities to learn and... |
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nj in Clifton Park, New York Updated 24 months ago |
Applying for out-of-state jobs - 5 RepliesHello! I am interested in finding out anyone else's experience with finding a librarian job outside of your current area. I received my MLS in... |
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Kalie in Smiths Station, Alabama |
If you have a degree for school library media, can you still apply for a regular library job.I was thinking about going back to college to become a librarian. There is a college near me that offers a masters degree in school library media. I... |
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DreamWalker in San Antonio, Texas |
Help me!I'm in dire need of help/advice. I have worked inthe library field since '07, am a Library Aide for the City Library. I have a B.A. and an A.S. in... |
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Pigbitin Mad in London, United Kingdom Updated 26 months ago |
Can Librarian work in USA - 15 RepliesHi, The Masters in Library and Information science from India(Mysore University)is recognized in America or Do we have to study further here to... |
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mabehm in Des Moines, Iowa Updated 26 months ago |
Concerned that whatever I try I have low program turnout - how to justify that at interviews - 19 RepliesAs a children's librarian my job WOULD be fulfilling if only people would come to my story times and book-talks. Lately I've had to leave off... |
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Tiffany in Minneapolis, Minnesota Updated 27 months ago |
Too many degrees - is there such a thing? - 2 RepliesI have an MA in modern languages and am contemplating a combined double degree in library studies and digital humanities, with an ultimate goal of... |
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overmatik in BrasÃlia, Brazil Updated 29 months ago |
To be the best... - 1 ReplyWhat are the top 3 traits or skills every librarian must have to excel? Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your librarian expertise? |
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Book Lady in Northville, Michigan |
Does anyone but me see our library as relevant? Why don't we have a sense of mission and purpose?I want to thank everyone who gave me advice about story time turnout, but the problem is bigger than that - it's about community AND administration... |
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Anonymous in Long Beach, California Updated 32 months ago |
Transitioning from Programmer to Librarian - 6 RepliesI am currently a junior software engineer in my mid 20s. I have a four year degree from a very reputable university, but my focus of study was not... |
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Alice in Long Beach, California Updated 32 months ago |
Librarian work in the USA - 5 RepliesHello I am training to become a (doing an MA) librarian in England and I would like to work in the US after I have finished. Could anyone tell me... |
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scott jones in Uetze, Germany Updated 41 months ago |
Telecommuting librarian jobs - 8 RepliesHi! I have an MLS degree from a university in Mexico and interested to get a telecommute job as a reference librarian, do you think is... |
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Suzanne in Manchester, United Kingdom Updated 42 months ago |
Starting out... - 12 RepliesHow did you get your start doing librarian work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position? Do you need a particular... |
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frallen2002@yahoo.com in Northville, Michigan |
Concerned I'm not getting the work-experience I needI've been working part-time as a children's librarian for the past four years at a library which is extremely limited in resources, and therefore... |
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Deweyguy in Canby, Minnesota Updated 46 months ago |
Being a librarian - 3 RepliesHello, I am thinking about becoming a librarian and I was wondering what oarts of the job do you like the most and which parts you don't like the... |
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Yamuna in Kottayam, India Updated 47 months ago |
Best Library Software - 7 RepliesVote... |
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Selina in Central District, Hong Kong Updated 48 months ago |
looking for part time library position in Atlanta area - 2 RepliesMy family and I are moving to the Atlanta area this summer. I would like to work part time as a librarian but I am not sure how to begin looking for... |
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Kathy in Green Bay, Wisconsin Updated 48 months ago |
education - 2 RepliesI Have a bachelors an assosciates degree in a medical programme. I need something out of healthcare. hOW CAN I MAKE USE OF thos background to get... |
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Kathy in Green Bay, Wisconsin Updated 48 months ago |
school librarian vs academic vs. public - 1 ReplyI really feel I would like to be a librarian. I think I could enjoy my work in public, school, or academic libraries. But would like to hear a... |
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Kathy in Green Bay, Wisconsin Updated 48 months ago |
How to Shhhhhsh properly - 5 RepliesI'm considering a position at my local library, but I can't master the art of telling people to Shhhsh. Any tips anyone ?? |
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Kathy in Green Bay, Wisconsin Updated 48 months ago |
Academic Librarianship - 3 RepliesHi! My goal is to become an academic librarian, and I'm applying to start the MLIS program at Rugers in the coming Spring. I don't have a second MA... |
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annalaurabrown in Salt Lake City, Utah Updated 48 months ago |
How to come across in an interview for a librarian position? - 3 RepliesGreetings everyone, I'm trying to find a library position in Des Moines area but even when I land an interview, I'm not getting hired. My friends... |
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melmar in Oakland, California Updated 51 months ago |
Boom or bust? - 18 RepliesAre jobs in this industry on the rise? Are there any sub-sectors that are growing? Where are the jobs? Which places have the most librarian... |
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blackcoral in Palm Harbor, Florida Updated 52 months ago |
outsourcing of librarian positions to India ? - 5 RepliesI am in the HR field and am thinking about go to school for Masters in Library and Information science . The main reason that I am leaving HR is... |
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siker in Saint Paul, Minnesota |
iLLiad login?Anyone familiar with iLLiad/OCLIC login? If so, I have a few questions... |
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LaBelleIzzy in San Jose, California Updated 63 months ago |
How should one deal with a persistantly difficult person? - 2 RepliesHello all I am new here :wave: I have a difficult person who is regularly disruptive - what are the best stratergies for dealing with people like... |
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Sonia in Hialeah, Florida Updated 65 months ago |
Interview Preparation - 4 RepliesDo you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming librarian interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again and again? |
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HamptonWick in Hampton, United Kingdom Updated 65 months ago |
Brielle,NJ Lib. Diectorship Opening-- - 1 ReplyThey orignally advertised via Rutgers Univ. back in late June or early July, so they seem to be bound up. I applied back then, and have never heard... |
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HamptonWick in Hampton, United Kingdom Updated 65 months ago |
Rare book - 7 RepliesI am looking for a rare book: "The Art of Fly-fishing" by JR Hartley. Anyone come across this and know where I can find one? |
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HamptonWick in Hampton, United Kingdom Updated 65 months ago |
We seem to have an influx of European librarians - 3 RepliesWelcome guys and girls! Please tell us something about your librarian lives and hobbies |
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Hackers in London, United Kingdom Updated 65 months ago |
Favourite Fives - 5 RepliesJust for a bit of light relief today to break up all the library talk. What is your favourite (1) Breakfast Cereal (2) Heavy Rock Guitarist (3)... |
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C. in Enfield, Connecticut |
How to get started in school?I've worked in a bookstore for about 8 years and would love to work as a librarian, but I wouldn't know how to get started, regarding education or... |
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Bettie Boyd in Memphis TN in Stanton, Tennessee Updated 67 months ago |
NATIONAL BOARD FOR LIBRARIANS - 1 ReplyI AM INTERESTED IN NATIONAL BOARD CERTIFICATION FOR LIBRARIAN. |
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Sarah in Melbourne, Australia |
Stepparents Needed!Hi, We are conducting some desperately needed research into family dynamics and the welfare of stepchildren. If you are a stepparent living in any... |
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Susie in Sayreville, New Jersey Updated 70 months ago |
Entry Level Jobs? - 1 ReplyGreetings, I am a school librarian who really wants to branch out into the public/academic sector (I love research and cataloguing and know that I... |
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Scott in Chicago, Illinois Updated 78 months ago |
Getting ahead... - 1 ReplyWhat is the best training for becoming a hirable librarian? What types of ongoing training or certifications are necessary to be an effective... |
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