How to Stay Afloat in the Academic Library Job Pool

· American Library Association
Ebook
140
Pages
Eligible

About this ebook

There’s never been a more challenging time to find a position as an academic librarian, especially for those who have recently completed their library education. But whether job-hunters are jumping into the job pool for the very first time, or back in the water after a dry spell, Neely and her crack team of expert contributors have the information needed to stay afloat. Their collective wisdom will act as a lifesaver, providing * Practical and specific advice on how the job-search process works, including the how-tos of reading between the lines of a job listing and assembling a compelling application packet * Keys to understanding the mysterious ways of search committees, and what criteria may be used to determine successful candidates * The nuts and bolts of undergoing a successful job interview, plus tips for negotiating when an offer is made Job-hunters at every level of experience will find this volume the definitive resource for moving successfully into an academic career.

About the author

Teresa Y. Neely is director of access services, University Libraries, University of New Mexico. Most recently she was head of reference at the Albin O. Kuhn Library & Gallery, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; and an adjunct professor at the College of Information Studies, University of Maryland, College Park. She received her MLS and PhD degrees (LIS) from the School of Information Sciences, University of Pittsburgh.

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