I'm a librarian in the southern U.S. looking to relocate to NYC. The catch is that I can't move without a job offer. Am I hoping for the impossible?
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posted by carolinecrane
on Mar 16, 2013 -
6 answers
I am finishing my associate of arts degree. I am trying to think of possible career paths. The careers I am thinking of are related to librarian work, academia, reading/literacy teacher, speech language pathologist. Some of my interests/strengths are clerical work, very creative, research/writing, counseling/teaching, art layout, health, the outdoors. I like working with children. Are there any careers along these paths that I should consider ?
posted by Lillian7
on Feb 19, 2013 -
10 answers
Is there demand for digital librarians trained in data management, exposing electronic collections, digital archiving, and so on?
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posted by jsturgill
on Dec 17, 2012 -
15 answers
Has anyone come across a Really Big List of [Author-/Poet-/Filmmaker-/Artist-/Musician-] Librarians?
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posted by activitystory
on Mar 27, 2012 -
4 answers
Job Title Help: What would you call me? I'm a reference librarian who does teen programming and teach computer classes at a library. Director and I can't agree on what my official title is.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 14, 2012 -
12 answers
I'm thinking about jumping ship from IT to library/archival science. Am I nuts?
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posted by gyges
on Sep 13, 2011 -
11 answers
Just got a job as a librarian at an international school in Mexico. I've been given time with each class from grade one through six for forty-five minutes each week. I have pretty much total freedom and sometimes freedom is a pain to plan for. I'll be teaching basic library skills and doing read alongs which will be good but I'm having trouble finding resources on the internet. Ironic, I know: a librarian asking for help finding things, but I'm not a librarian by training. The most basic information may be very helpful.
Any advice on elementary ESL libraries or some good resources would be most welcome. Books are a fine recommendation, but the internet is better.
posted by pynchonesque
on Sep 5, 2011 -
3 answers
Library anxiety - my patrons have it. How can I make our (already architecturally interesting and physically comfortable) hospital library feel more welcoming, while still remaining professional? What makes you feel comfortable in a library? Special snowflake details to follow.
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posted by brackish.line
on Sep 2, 2011 -
25 answers
My library career is stuck. I want out. Where can I go? Special snowflake details within.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 7, 2011 -
8 answers
Summer short course filter: Fun readings on the internet, the future, and research in the digital age for high school teachers. Help a librarian plan a syllabus!
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posted by activitystory
on Apr 28, 2011 -
5 answers
Librarians of Metafilter: Let's say I have a week to orient myself to the world of digital librarianship. What should I read?
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posted by Orinda
on Apr 8, 2011 -
8 answers
Help me decide whether or not to go to library school.
What is it like to search for jobs and work as a (special) librarian?
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posted by equivocator
on Mar 28, 2011 -
20 answers
Are job prospects for digital librarians any better than those for librarians in general?
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posted by joeahearn
on Mar 22, 2011 -
8 answers
Friends, librarians, patrons, lend me your eyes. What are your favorite library programs in your area? Links and pictures are appreciated.
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posted by cashman
on Feb 10, 2011 -
8 answers
What are good resources for magazine/journal literacy, maps of the terrain of the periodical world?
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posted by RogerB
on Oct 7, 2010 -
3 answers
I am applying to a competitive MLIS program in a couple months, and I would like some advice on how to talk about my somewhat unusual plans for the future.
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posted by wansac
on Aug 13, 2010 -
4 answers
What are potential career options for an MLIS graduate interested in using language and translation skills on the job as well? I am a 21-year-old undergraduate student who will be graduating one quarter early in March 2011. This summer I'm applying to the UW's iSchool MLIS program and hope to start Autumn Quarter 2011. I am very interested in traditional library work, but in the last couple years I have worked hard to learn Spanish. I'm currently training to be a Spanish-English translator and interpreter as well, as this will help pay for my MLIS degree. I would really love a career that could incorporate my growing interests in linguistics and translation, as well as my interests in the research and service-oriented aspects of librarianship. Any suggestions? I know the State Department has some positions that would incorporate all these skills, and I'm looking for other options, too.
posted by wansac
on Aug 3, 2010 -
14 answers
Should a new MLIS graduate pursue IT certification to be a systems librarian?
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posted by prior
on Jun 3, 2010 -
8 answers
Where can a new librarian find a freelance work with an online reference service this summer?
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posted by Junie Bloom
on May 25, 2010 -
1 answer
My public library system is preparing for massive layoffs; how can I transfer my librarian skillset -- research, customer service, computers -- into a new career?
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posted by Jeanne
on May 24, 2010 -
12 answers
I work as a librarian and am on desk for 25 hours a week. I spend much of it on library sites but am interested in sites you find as interesting reads whatever they might be. Anything decent for the workplace. And I know interesting is subjective...I'm all ears!
posted by snap_dragon
on May 18, 2010 -
20 answers
Who are the best folks to follow on twitter as a librarian or library science person? - or related fields? Information organizers?
posted by specialk420
on May 8, 2010 -
10 answers
I'm quitting my job, moving 2,000 miles away, and getting married. I've never done this before. When do I start applying for new jobs and looking for an apartment? Bonus points for library-job-specific recommendations.
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posted by booknerd
on Apr 27, 2010 -
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I am a new reference librarian (but have been out of school for 3 years...yes, I drifted a bit). I was wondering if any MeFites, librarian or otherwise, could recommend some sites that would help me be a better librarian, specifically sites on librarianship. I have found some on my own but respect the metafilter input. Thanks for your time.
posted by snap_dragon
on Mar 15, 2010 -
11 answers
Will a master's degree in English be useful to someone who wants to
be a librarian?
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posted by fermion
on Feb 23, 2010 -
8 answers
My husband and I are thinking of moving to Cleveland in just under two years. We love Cleveland for the restaurants, parks, museums, orchestra, and the people. We just want to know that we'll be able to stay and that there will be jobs for us there. Does Cleveland have a future for us? Current Clevelanders and others: what's the mood there, and is our vision feasible?
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posted by mrstrotsky
on Jan 18, 2010 -
9 answers
CareerFilter! Help me to "diagnose" why I'm so tired of my career and which directions will lead to more satisfaction in future! Patient history, current symptoms and potential therapies under the fold (neatly organised but very long!!!).
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 27, 2009 -
3 answers
AskMe librarians and other interested parties: how would one, in proper MLA format (6th edition), format a citation for a 10-K form or other SEC filing for a company?
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posted by activitystory
on Sep 15, 2009 -
7 answers
I've taken responsibility for a very small children's library and I'd love your ideas for making it awesome.
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posted by serazin
on Sep 3, 2009 -
14 answers
Should I go back to school and take some computer programming classes? I've got my MLIS and work in Archives now, I'm sorta interested in Content Management but I have no useable computer knowledge. Would an introductory course help me see where my strenghts are and what I might possibly be good at? I'm not sure where to go from just having my Master's on top of the fact that I'm not sure I want to stay in the Archives field. I'm more interested in Records Management but I know I lack a lot of the tech experience
posted by Mis-Information
on Aug 25, 2009 -
7 answers
If you wanted a stable, boring (but really only boring in scare quotes), modest life, what career paths would you take? Emphasis on path; I want to come out of this post with a course of action.
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posted by Nonce
on Aug 18, 2009 -
58 answers
Should I ask for a title change/promotion at my job? Due to the economy, no salary increases are being done, but my review this year was excellent and I don't feel as though my title fits my job.
Lots of librarian-y details follow.
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posted by booknerd
on Aug 4, 2009 -
7 answers
