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Interview Advice 6
Job Listings 25
Resumes 6
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 Alternative Careers WorkshopAlternative Careers Workshop
 An overview of a series of presentations given at the Catholic University of America on the subject of alternative careers for librarians from '98.
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Applying for a Library Job: Advice from BibliaApplying for a Library Job: Advice from Biblia
 Are you sure you want to be a librarian? Some career guidence from Biblia, the Warrior Librarian.
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Become a Librarian!Become a Librarian!
 A site compiled by the Central Jersey Regional Library Cooperative. Provides all sorts of great information ranging from an outline of what a librarian does, to the education required, scholarships available and employment options open to librarians.
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Beyond the JobBeyond the Job
 Professional tips for librarians: articles, job-hunting advice, professional development opportunities, and other news and ideas on how to further one's library career.
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Canada Job Futures - Librarians, Archivists, Conservators and CuratorsCanada Job Futures - Librarians, Archivists, Conservators and Curators
 An occupational profile of current and future work in the library and information profession.
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Canadian Librarians in AmericaCanadian Librarians in America
 Information, resources, and a message board for Canadian librarians who have relocated to the United States in search of employment.
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ClickNworkClickNwork
 Web-based work opportunities for information specialists, researchers and writers.
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From Baby Librarian to Tenured Faculty: Strategizing for SuccessFrom Baby Librarian to Tenured Faculty: Strategizing for Success
 Article discusses approaches new librarians can take to help get tenure in higher education.
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Jobs for Information ProfessionalsJobs for Information Professionals
 A resource guide to library employment related and job postings sites.
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LibrariansLibrarians
 Employment information for librarians from the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
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The Librarians' Career ManifestoThe Librarians' Career Manifesto
 A guide to print and Internet resources to assist present or future librarians in the job search and professional development.
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Library Assistants and Bookmobile DriversLibrary Assistants and Bookmobile Drivers
 Employment information and job outlook from the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
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Library AssociatesLibrary Associates
 A national (USA) specialty staffing, recruiting, outsourcing and consulting firm emphasizing jobs and careers for information professionals.
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Library Juice 3:11 - Job Search SupplementLibrary Juice 3:11 - Job Search Supplement
 Contains help for job-seeking librarians, including compilations of annotated links and professional advice.
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Library TechniciansLibrary Technicians
 Job outlook and work description from the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
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LIScareer.comLIScareer.com
 Career development resources for new librarians, information professionals, students, and those considering a library career
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LIScareer.com - Grow the Profession: Marketing the LibrarianLIScareer.com - Grow the Profession: Marketing the Librarian
 Article by Steven M. Cohen discusses numerous ways for librarians to market themselves, online and offline, and gives examples.
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LIScareer.com -- The Librarian & Information Professional's Career Development CenterLIScareer.com -- The Librarian & Information Professional's Career Development Center
 Provides a bibliography of web and print resources to help librarians on the job hunt.
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Lisjobs.comLisjobs.com
 Employment listings, job links, resume posting, and a professional development e-mail newsletter.
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Networked Librarian - Job Search GuideNetworked Librarian - Job Search Guide
 A directory of employment pages listing employment opportunities for librarians.
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Non-traditional jobs for special librariansNon-traditional jobs for special librarians
 A chapter from the "Special Libraries Management Handbook: The Basics" website written by students in CLIS 724 (Special Libraries and Information Centers) at the University of South Carolina College of Library and Information Science during the Spring 1999 and 2000 semesters. Provides an analysis of the variety of jobs available for special librarians.
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The Oxford Website for Library TraineesThe Oxford Website for Library Trainees
 Provides background information and a downloadable application form for library trainee posts at Oxford University. Also provides information about applying for library school and a consideration of librarianship as a career.
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Southern California Library JobsSouthern California Library Jobs
 Group for those searching for library jobs in California.
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Stealth LibrarianStealth Librarian
 Forum for librarians to exchange information (anonymously if they wish) about the working conditions in their library or library system.
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Library Journal - Don't Discredit My Online DegreeLibrary Journal - Don't Discredit My Online Degree
 "I am finding that many employers view my online degree as worth less than a traditional degree." (October, 2005)
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The Chronicle: Career Network: Putting Your Ph.D. to Work in the LibraryThe Chronicle: Career Network: Putting Your Ph.D. to Work in the Library
 Todd Gilman writes, "My advice to would-be academic librarians involves four progressive steps. In this article, I'll discuss the first three: making initial contacts, turning a vita into a résumé for librarians' consumption, and mastering the art of the cover letter to obtain support positions (i.e., pre-professional jobs) within libraries." (April 28, 2004)
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Hidden Behind the Fancy TitlesHidden Behind the Fancy Titles
 Employment-related article discussing synonyms for "special librarian" and what skills are required. By Jessica Lynn Marx. (March, 2004)
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TLA Presentation: Finding the Right People: What Do Prospective Employees Really ValueTLA Presentation: Finding the Right People: What Do Prospective Employees Really Value
 Addresses responses to a survey of library school students regarding job hunting, job conditions, and recruiters. (2004)
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The Chronicle: Career Network: Becoming a LibrarianThe Chronicle: Career Network: Becoming a Librarian
 Todd Gilman writes about his experience of getting a Ph.D., looking for work, and how "I met with two Harvard librarians, and to my delight, both said instantly that a Ph.D. in English and a master's in library science would make a "powerful combination" of credentials for a future librarian." He then explains how he got hired at Yale as a collection development specialist in their library. (October 17, 2003)
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ISTL: The Top Ten Things a New Sci/Tech Librarian Should Know: Developing Core CompetenciesISTL: The Top Ten Things a New Sci/Tech Librarian Should Know: Developing Core Competencies
 Summary of what was said at an ALA annual meeting discussion group. Includes suggestions for those trying to be hired and those doing hiring. (June 22, 2003)
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The Info Pro's Survival Guide to Job HuntingThe Info Pro's Survival Guide to Job Hunting
 Instructions on beginning a job search, with several links. [Searcher] (July, 2002)
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Rediff Guide to the Net - Features: Making Money OnlineRediff Guide to the Net - Features: Making Money Online
 Article which briefly discusses legitimate online researcher opportunities. (July, 2002)
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Where Have All the Librarians Gone? - 2001 TLA PresentationWhere Have All the Librarians Gone? - 2001 TLA Presentation
 Summarizes responses by MLS/MIS graduates to a survey about careers as librarians. (2001)
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