Library Jobs in the United States
Upper Merion Township
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA
The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, possess a positive attitude, demonstrate personal integrity, exhibit a strong work ethic, and be capable of working independently or as part of a team. Upper Merion Township, located in King of Prussia, PA, is seeking an energetic and organized Library Assistant who will report directly to the Head of Circulation.
Sarasota County Government
SARASOTA, FL
Manage proactive assessments of fraud awareness, prevention, detection, and risk mitigation activities in the area of responsibility; oversee financial, compliance, operational, and performance audits; review audit findings and ensure appropriate controls are established and implemented. About Everything Else: Pay Range Starting at: $75,233.00Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents.
DCS Corporation
$70310 - $75000
Ridgecrest, CA
Process and track classified and unclassified data requests outside of program ensuring proper marking and obtain program permission. Change control board tasking, downloading changes, distributing changes, adding changes to program database.
GardaWorld Security Services U.S.
Edwardsville, KS
GardaWorld Security is a global champion in sophisticated and tailored security solutions, employing and training highly skilled and dedicated professionals across the globe. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to hiring, placement, assignment, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Arlington ISD
$66100 - $80500
Arlington, TX
The Librarian is responsible for the operation of the library/media center, empowers students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, ethical users of information and collaborates with classroom teachers to design and implement units of instruction and assess student learning. Facilitates collaboration and instructional ideas for supplemental programs such as public library collaborations, reading programs, RTI, BIL/ESL, or gifted and talented program.
The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA
Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, and academic leadership, the incumbent aligns library strategy with curricular and institutional priorities, fosters innovation in information access and learning support, and promotes inclusive, student-centered services and spaces that reflect the values of Evergreen. The incumbent collaborates closely with the Vice Provost, academic Deans, program faculty, and administrative partners across the College, including the Office of Information Technology, Facilities, and Student Success units to ensure integrated academic support and alignment with institutional goals.
Central Washington University
$42972 - $57252
Ellensburg, WA
This position performs complex original and copy cataloging of materials in various formats, maintains accuracy of the library's catalog, ensures access to electronic resources and recommends changes and improvements to all related process and procedures. To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application and attach: A detailed cover letter clearly demonstrating how your education and experience: (a) meet the required (and, as applicable, preferred) qualifications, and (b) demonstrate the ability to perform the responsibilities as described by the posting; Resume including work history, education, training; and.
Skookum Educational Programs
Poulsbo, WA
This role serves as the first point of contact for customers seeking reference materials, maps, and O&M manuals, ensuring resources are properly cataloged, accessible, and maintained. Tessera is seeking a detail-oriented Resource Library Technician to maintain and organize library materials and provide customer support within the Technical Reference Center (TRC) at Naval Base Kitsap, Bangor.
The GEO Group
Jena, Louisiana
From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Under direct supervision, assists in performing overall daily maintenance of the library to include ordering, cataloging, classifying, circulation, and maintaining all library periodicals, books, and materials.
Washington State University
$6012.09 - $9403.52
Pullman, WA
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by https://apps.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or https://hrs@wsu.edu.
Rush University Medical Center
$29.36 - $42.61
Chicago, IL
Active engagement in outreach to potential collaborators is a key aspect of this position, and the incumbent is expected to work with faculty, researchers, students, and staff to further evidence-based practice across the Rush community’s health sciences research groups. • Initiates and partners with research personnel on various library-research collaborations, including scoping and systematic reviews, funding compliance, data management, data visualization, research dissemination, and research promotion and impact.
Shelby Township Michigan
Shelby Twp, MI
Supports the library by organizing and preparing materials for shelf use, assisting with acquisitions, participating in interlibrary loan operations, and performing technical or inventory-related tasks as assigned. Job Summary: Performs a variety of specialized library functions including circulation desk service, clerical and record-keeping tasks, collection maintenance, materials processing, and customer service.
City of Lufkin
$50988 - $52540.8
Lufkin, TX
Visit our website www.cityoflufkin.com or contact the Human Resources Department at Lufkin City Hall, 300 E. Shepherd Ave., Suite 226, Lufkin, TX 75901, Phone 936-633-0228. Skills with computers, including experience working with various ILS and library technologies, Microsoft Office, online databases and other internet sites related to facilitating assignments and duties.
Summit Retail Solutions
3) Librarians with the Sue and Radcliffe Killam Library - Texas A&M International University (Laredo, TX
Preferred Qualifications:A strong desire to serve first-generation students; Two years academic library experience; Experience leading scholarly communication projects, publishing, and programs and/or implementing relevant technologies, preferably in an academic library environment; Demonstrated experience with research data management planning; Experience with:Media creation and preservation (video, audio, and visual); Open access platforms (Digital Commons, Pressbooks, etc.); Scholarly publication, copyright, and research data management; Open educational resources (OER) and related platforms, and organizations; Experience designing and administering instructional materials for varied audiences including undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty. The successful candidate must have:An earned Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent degree from an American Library Association (ALA)-accredited institution; Demonstrated experience with processes, workflows, and educational programming development related to scholarly communications, open access, and/or open educational resources; Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant information technology principles and emerging technologies relevant to scholarly publishing and communication; Demonstrated potential for advancement in rank.
SummitHR
Lapeer, MI
Responsible for marketing the services of the library through press releases to media, presentations and conferences with civic, educational and interested groups, programs at the library and other methods as deemed appropriate and effective . Monitors and evaluates service and personnel issues, i.e. circulation, public service hours, community needs, inter-loan, information access, staffing and employee benefits .
City of Jerome, ID
$73382.4 - $91728
Jerome, ID
Promote interest in library programs through publicity, newspaper articles, program brochures, cooperation with various community groups, and public contacts; speak before citizens groups, students and other business and civic organizations. Oversee the selection and general collection of books and other items contained in the library; review major selection tools; approve library purchase orders; review books, periodicals and collections which are outdated or not used, and coordinate removal and disposition.
St. Mark's School
$95000 - $115000
Southborough, MA
The Director of Library and Digital Learning shapes how students and faculty engage with information, technology, and emerging tools in service of deep learning, ethical inquiry, and intellectual independence. The opportunity to shape the future of teaching and learning at St. Mark's, guiding how students and faculty engage with information, technology, and emerging technologies in a mission-aligned, thoughtful way.
American Association of Law Libraries
$54616 - $100493.33
Washington, DC
With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. The Reference Librarian provides extensive reference service to the Law Center's faculty and students by participating in the reference desk rotation, conducting individual research consultations, writing research guides, and participating in other law library instructional programs as needed.
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
Services include consultations, workshops, learning and directional materials, and other instructional programming on research data management planning, organization, documentation, and preservation to meet funder requirements and best practices in line with the FAIR, CARE, and TRUST principles. Assist as a subject matter expert in the humanities, social sciences, STEM, or health sciences domains, offering specialized guidance and expertise through in-depth research support services, training, and assistance with information resources.
Jersey City Free Public Library
Jersey City, NJ
Processes interloan requisitions for library material between area/branch libraries and the main library; charges and discharges library material to users; examines collections of books, films, periodicals, and so forth to weed material for purpose of discarding due to obsolescence; inspects books for damage; lists overdue library material and completes overdue notices for notifying patrons; performs filing or shelving tasks involving the use of the Dewey Decimal Classification System and alphabetical filing systems beyond the initial letter of a subject or topic. The Principal Library Assistant, under general direction the Supervising Library Assistant, performs technical and/or paraprofessional duties of considerable difficulty in one or more of the functional areas of librarianship; and does other related duties as required.in order to perform day-to-day paraprofessional work directly related to the acquisition, organization, and distribution of library materials on the Bookmobile, including all aspects of circulation, evaluation and selection for weeding, processing of new books, organization of shelves and re-shelving, and managing holds.
Jersey City Free Public Library
Jersey City, NJ
Program Support:Assist in planning, coordinating, promoting and executing outreach programs, including mobile library services, bookmobile visits, pop-up library events, and community-based programs such as story hours, preschool programs, and senior or ethnic group programs. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:Preference given to applicants currently earning a Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or from a New Jersey college Master’s program in Library Science deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison College.
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, Oklahoma
This tenure-track position will provide strategic direction and agile leadership for research and learning support services, which encompasses innovative information literacy services for rst-year and transfer students, undergraduates, and graduate students; the subject specialist and liaison program; and a robust initiative for scholarly communications, data management services, and research engagement. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Library Operations, the Oklahoma State University Libraries seeks a dynamic Department Head to lead the Research and Learning Services (RLS) unit, a dedicated team of eight faculty librarians who strengthen their communities through thoughtful engagement with information systems, services that directly impact the campus community, innovative scholarship, and ethical practices.
TNBR Careers
Memphis, Tennessee
The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Southwest is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
The New York Public Library
New York, NY
Assist with developing, promoting, facilitating and evaluating innovative programs to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community’s young adult population including reading clubs, homework help, instructional workshops, STEM and literacy programs, gaming, summer reading events, maker programs and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community. Under the direction of the Supervising Librarian of Youth Services, the Peer Youth Library Assistant: + Projects a positive and courteous attitude to the public by providing exceptional customer service in a fast-paced and friendly environment.
Illinois Secretary of State
Springfield, IL
Activities include extensive original cataloging of various formats of materials; copy cataloging new materials in various formats; editing of bibliographic records for materials; authority control verification; searching online databases for appropriate bibliographic information; retrieval of materials from various locations; and other related tasks utilizing knowledge of nationally accepted cataloging and classification schemes and use of the OCLC cataloging service. Responsible for extensive original cataloging of various formats; catalogs from pre-catalogued sources a variety of materials ensuring the bibliographic record conforms to pertinent policies and rules; editing of bibliographic resources for materials; organizing and completing various database clean-up projects; authority control verification for collection materials; participation in continuing education.
St. Luke's School
New Canaan, CT
Reporting directly to the Library Director, the Library Technician will be a highly collaborative faculty partner who values the school's mission to empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical users of information. Help maintain an up-to-date, culturally diverse collection of print resources appropriate to the Middle & Upper School curriculum, utilizing appropriate listservs, reviews, and media publications.
Beth Gilpin Consulting
$75000 - $80000
Waterbury, VT
The successful candidate will be a skilled administrator, experienced in managing staff and engaging with community members, and be able to closely collaborate with the Commissioners, staff, other municipal employees, and town boards and committees to ensure that programs and initiatives align with long-term strategic goals, support the growth and success of the library and the community it serves. Recent accomplishments include creating the children’s garden, expanding adult programming, increasing programs and spaces for teens and pre-teens, and strengthening advocacy and collaboration with other local and statewide organizations.
Town of Hopkinton MA
$22.26
Hopkinton, MA
The Town of Hopkinton is seeking a friendly, service-minded Senior Library Assistant (19 hours per week or less) who brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and a genuine love of public service to our vibrant public library. The Senior Library Assistant performs advanced administrative and clerical work in support of daily library operations while delivering excellent customer service to patrons.
University of Oregon
$112000 - $122000
Eugene, OR
Expertise in providing classroom instruction and distance education, including: experience incorporating Universal Design concepts; advanced knowledge and skill in student engagement techniques for in person and remote teaching; experience supporting classroom technology and remote or asynchronous instructional technologies; and ability to mentor colleagues in course design, pedagogy, and instruction assessment. Please apply if you meet some of the key qualifications and would enjoy working with the John E. Jaqua Law Library and University of Oregon Libraries to support innovation in legal research instruction, public services, reference and research support, and academic law library leadership.
EASTERN WASHINGTON
$82225 - $110251
CHENEY, WA
Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses.
North Logan City
North Logan, UT
Lifting books of all sizes, pushing book carts, setting up chairs and canopies for events, and other library related. Summary: Provides excellent customer service to library patrons and performs duties related to the circulation of library materials.
Town of Duxbury
$22.66 - $30.59
Duxbury, MA
Physical Demands: Work requires moderate intermittent physical strength and effort daily, such as bending, lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying the object(s) and stacking them or placing them on shelves. Accountability: Consequences or errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment may include adverse public relations, monetary loss and delay or loss of library services.
Elmhurst University
Elmhurst, IL
The Library Services Coordinator is responsible for various operational responsibilities, to include creating and maintaining the library’s multimedia content and social media presence, coordinating library building maintenance requests, maintaining the library’s physical collections, and purchasing and invoice processing. Required abilities include speaking and hearing for in-person and virtual communication, using close and distance vision when reading documents or viewing screens, and performing tasks with repetitive fine motor skills.
Utah State University
Logan, Utah
The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county.
Human Resources Division - Office of Tennessee Secretary of State
Clinton, TN
Assist Network Services Consultants with large project implementations, which may include assisting with paperwork, unpacking and setting up equipment, installing software, imaging hard drives, and training public library staff. At least two (2) years of experience in computer hardware, software, applications programming, user or system requirements analysis, the field of Information Technology analysis, design, development, and maintenance, or related experience in the successful implementation and maintenance of Information Technology.
Pima County, AZ
$52291 - $62732
Tucson, AZ
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Library Science, Liberal Arts, Social Science, Information Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment AND three years of experience in libraries, customer service, education, social services or fields of similar scope. Responsibilities will include acting as in charge staff, creation and developing of teen programming, managing and leading Young Adult volunteers and/or Teen Advisory Boards, and developing and fostering partnerships with local schools and young adult serving organizations.
WBCP, Inc.
$187579 - $251374
Roseville, CA
The Director oversees a large and diverse organization with responsibility for parks and natural resources, park planning and development, recreation and youth services, libraries and cultural arts, facilities, department marketing and communications and administrative operations, along with a workforce of more than 165 full-time employees, 700 hundred part-time and seasonal staff, and an annual operating budget exceeding $50 million. Reporting to the Assistant City Manager, this executive-level role provides strategic and operational leadership for a highly visible, multi-faceted department that enhances quality of life for residents of all ages.
County of San Mateo
$29.99 - $33.51
San Mateo, CA
Model exemplary customer service in all interactions--including in person, at a program, at outreach events, helping with library card or circulation issues, address suggestions for improvements, or otherwise ensure that our library users are uniformly welcomed. Apply for an Extra- Help Library Assistant - Bookmobile Driver Services position with San Mateo County Libraries where together, we build meaningful connections and inspire lifelong curiosity.
Jersey City Free Public Library
Jersey City, NJ
Benefits available to Part-Time Employees: Sick Leave - Employees earn 1 hours of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked for a maximum of forty (40) hours of paid sick leave in a benefit year. Our staff of nearly 120 dedicated individuals serves the residents, students, and workers of Jersey City: the largest city in Hudson County, N.J., and the second-largest city in New Jersey.
St. Joe County Public Library
South Bend, IN
Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager, and with an unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the Substitute Library Assistant will: Provide hands-on customer service at the Help Desk. Substitute Library Assistants provide excellent service and connect community members with library services and materials.
Compass Oncology
Vancouver, WA
As a member of The US Oncology Network, one of the nation's largest community-based cancer treatment and research networks, Compass Oncology participates in leading-edge clinical trials through US Oncology research, which has helped develop 89 FDA approved cancer therapies. Compass Oncology team brings together leading cancer experts in the fields of surgical, medical and radiation oncology, pathology and palliative care to provide the most comprehensive cancer care possible and an even more cohesive patient experience.
Clark College
$3477 - $4632
Vancouver, WA
In support of the Behavioral and Social Sciences divisions, act as liaison between the following college departments; Facilities, Bookstore, Security, Business Services, Environmental Health and Safety, ComMark, Office of People and Culture, Information Technology, Library, Teaching and Learning Center, eLearning, Tutoring Services, Office of Instruction, Academic Services, and Student Affairs including Enrollment Services, Registration, Financial Aid, Advising, Entry Services, Workforce Education, Veterans Resource Center, Disability Access Center, and Counseling Health Center. Serve as administrator of the SOFA EvaluationKIT process, build quarterly project for student evaluations of unit faculty, compile and input data, monitor response rates, download reports upon project completion, and distribute report summaries in accordance with established schedule and save results per established unit procedures and forward on to division chair as appropriate maintaining confidentiality.
Monadnock Regional School District
Swanzey, New Hampshire
About Monadnock Regional School District:Our Vision Our vision is to be a model of leadership and collaboration, committing to serve our community of learners through: Active Stewardship of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth & well-being Unfailing Integrity that encourages positive communication, respectful relationships, and moral courage in a diverse environment Perpetual Innovation by continuously reviewing and updating our programs, technologies, and instructional practices to inspire complex thinking and creative problem-solving Our Goals and Objectives Towards Active Stewardship, in the area of Student Growth: We will foster the belief that learning, participating, and contributing to the community is critical to the social, emotional, physical and intellectual development and overall well being of each child and the community as a whole. Towards Perpetual Innovation, in the area of Opportunities: We will support the local community by providing rigorous, relevant and effective learning experiences by embracing and promoting a wide variety of opportunities and credit-earning pathways for all students.
Silicon Valley International School
Menlo Park, CA
Lead ResearcherSupport students from start to finish with their research tasks through: An outstanding knowledge of online and local resources, including but not limited to the Peninsula Public Library System's physical and digital collections. The French Librarian will be instrumental in enhancing our Media Hub at the Elementary School campus and transforming the library at the Upper School & Early Years campus into dynamic, welcoming spaces that become the heartbeat of the school.
The GEO Group
South Bay, Florida
From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services.
The GEO Group
Milton, Florida
From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Under direct supervision, assists in performing overall daily maintenance of the library to include ordering, cataloging, classifying, circulation, and maintaining all library periodicals, books, and materials.
The Salvation Army Northwest Division
$33 - $33.01
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Summary of Position: Representing The Salvation Army's spiritual and musical ministry in all spheres of influence within the Northwest (NW) Division, this position will assist the Divisional Music & Gospel Arts Director in the development of the music and creative arts programs in the Corps, and the overall divisional music and creative arts ministry. Supply the Corps within the division with music equipment, resources, and materials such as instruments, music, theory materials, and other necessary music equipment that will help both employees and local music leaders to conduct a successful music program within the Corps setting.
Apex Systems, Inc.
Redmond, WA
In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. In an era defined by escalating digital threats, regulatory complexity, and rapidly evolving AI, our team builds solutions that protect billions of users and devices across the globe.
Ventura County Community College District, CA
Districtwide (Ventura County CA), CA
VCCCD's three colleges - Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College - offer programs for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills instruction; as well as community service, economic development, and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and skills improvement. With the understanding that a diverse community fosters multicultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides role models for all students, VCCCD is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to the success of all college students.
Clermont County Public Library
Goshen, OH
Answers library users' reference and reader's advisory questions in person and on the telephone, using materials in a variety of formats (i.e., books, databases, periodicals, newspapers, and indexes) including the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC) and the Internet. This position focuses on delivering outstanding service to guests of all ages, including assisting with circulation, answering questions, recommending materials, and helping with technology.
Library Jobs Overview
Librarians are devoted stewards of local communities throughout the country. Besides empowering Americans with free access to books, knowledge, and information, libraries are transforming themselves into useful repositories that provide a multiplicity of services, activities, and communal engagements. This includes complimentary Internet service for those who can’t afford it and fun learning sessions for children, providing much-needed relief for parents nationwide.
If you have an endlessly curious mind and a strong desire to serve your community—and also love being surrounded by books—you should look into library jobs, which include positions for librarians, library media specialists, and library archivists. And the job outlook for this field is propitious, with an increasing demand for librarians to help with management, records, research, maintenance, and guiding members and visitors to find what they need. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment for librarians is expected to burgeon at a steady, faster-than-average 5% rate.
Do you know what kind of library jobs you’re aiming for? If not, you can narrow down your search with these specific roles:
Librarian Education and Skills
Library jobs will require that you have a four-year bachelor’s degree from an accredited college. Any major will do at the undergraduate level, but if you want to take it further, you should get a Master of Library Science (MLS) degree from a university accredited by the American Library Association (ALA). Then, consider your options for earning a post-grad teacher-librarian certificate if you want to work in a school library.
Other necessary skills for librarians include good judgment, patience, and the ability to accommodate inquiries from a diversity of patrons. Libraries can host some quirky characters too—that guy who walked in with a Crocodile Dundee hat and a snake around his neck may just have a Ph.D. in linguistics and need your help with finding a particular Noam Chomsky volume.
Update Your Librarian Resume
Pairing an analytical mind with a passion for books, a penchant for cataloguing, inexorable zeal for promoting literacy programs, and rejoicing in locating the right information or references will help you thrive in any librarian role, so make sure to highlight all of that on your resume. You can also check out Monster’s list of resume samples to get you inspired, along with a selection of articles with sundry pointers on resume writing—from summary examples to how to insert volunteer work (which libraries will certainly appreciate).
Meanwhile, show off your writing skills by including a cover letter in your library job application. Make sure to review our sample cover letter for librarians before you start. Then, infuse it with your personality and go over additional cover letter guidelines from our writing experts.
Interviewing for a Library Job
You may first be invited to do a phone screening before going to the library itself for an on-site job interview. To prepare, put yourself in the shoes of a seasoned librarian and don’t forget—a big part of the role is focused on community service. Hence, some questions your interviewer could ask are:
- How can libraries best support and invigorate their community?
- As a librarian, how would you create a positive influence in your community?
- How would you help a student conduct research? How about an elderly person?
Monster features several guides on how to approach job interview questions, so feel free to browse around to ensure you’re ready to respond intelligently to subjects ranging from your aptness with new digital systems for libraries to how you’d oversee the development of certain collections that may be lacking.
How Much Do Library Jobs Pay?
You can make a solid salary as a librarian while harnessing your fondness for literature and your dedication to educate the community, spread knowledge, and keep people informed. Currently, the median pay for librariansin the U.S. is $49,643. Search around using the Salary Tools from Monster to see specific pay details for librarian roles in various locations. Plus, we have loads of compelling tips for discussing salaries and benefits, including smart questions to ask during salary negotiation.
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