1	Careers in Libraries Information Specialists -- Explore the endless opportunities. Sharon Saulmon
2	Librarians Needed Many librarians are planning to retire in the next decade. Occupational Outlook Oklahoma has a shortage of school media specialists. Dept. of Ed.
3	Information Specialists “Librarians are those skilled mediators between the student and resources.” Futurist Jim Dator
4	Why become librarian? Ever-changing and renewing Great conferences Time off Good working conditions Cool co-workers Grand purpose Marian Rock, Oklahoma City Carnegie Library librarian, early 1900s.
5	Attractive Features of Library Info Specialists Constantly learning, a utopia if you like finding info Variety of projects Variety of people to serve Constant exposure to new ideas
6	Variety of activities Compile lists Put together shelves Weed collections Conduct classes Deliver to the homebound Drive a bookmobile
7	Where Librarians Come From? 2/3 of librarians surveyed volunteered or worked in a library during high school or college Second/third careers Teachers
8	Small vs. Large Libraries Small libraries Select Purchase Catalogues Reference Large libraries specialize
9	Classified According to Type Public Library School Library Media Center College, University Special Library
10	Where Librarians Work Government agencies Corporations Law firms Advertising agencies Museums Medical centers Businesses Hospitals
11	Skills and knowledge Computers and Info Systems Intellectual freedom Problem-solver Good people skills Good general knowledge Listening & oral communication skills Writing skills Specialties
12	Librarians in the Headlines ComputerWorld advises companies to add trained librarians to their “knowledge management team” to streamline the information organization. Librarians are working on cataloging the Web, providing easier access to information and minimizing dead links on the Internet. From Web Weaver
13	Cyberlibrarian Librarians who do most of their research and information retrieval via the Internet and other online services, often shortened to cybrarian. From Tech Encyclopedia
14	Outlook Many opportunities will arise from nontraditional sources, such as information search services and bibliographic cooperatives. Individuals with experience in computer applications will have the greatest job opportunities. Jobs Rated Almanac
15	Law librarian Assists attorneys, students and researchers Performs database searching Orders materials Conducts legal research Organizes legal information
16	Information Architect Locates information more successfully Designs various systems (organization, labeling, navigation, and search) to help users access and manage all types of information. More info at http://www.becomea librarian.org
17	Library Manager Supervises staff Works with vendors and suppliers Sets goals and delegates Conducts public relations Manages budget
18	Cataloging/ Metadata Librarian Makes library materials as accessible as possible with multiple access points Thinks creatively about how to use technology for innovative solutions to cataloging operations and digital access Oversees copy cataloging, authority work, and other activity of the cataloging staff Catalogs materials in all formats. Develops and maintains policies and procedures for efficient cataloging, quality control, and database management Knows metadata required for the translation and migration of data for the expanding digital collections
19	Archivist Works with art, maps, digital preservation, corporate records, historical documents, preserved plants, computer records, or historic sites Determines the best method of preserving and storing artifacts. Preserves and records various kinds of artifacts that are irreplaceable
20	Government Documents Librarian Selects government information Provides links to online information Provides access to government info Manages and stores materials More info at http://www.library. vanderbilt.edu/romans/fdtf/
21	Digital Assets Librarian Manages the creation of digital images Provides metadata for unique collections and research materials Assists in the development and management of the library's web-based services and resources
22	School media specialist Introduces children and youth to the joy of reading Assists students in locating info Tells stories Conducts book fairs Works with faculty Teaches info literacy skills Trains computer skills
23	Electronic Resources Librarian Works with e-resources and e-vendors Ensures access to e-resources on and off campus Participates in evaluation and promotion of e-resources, Develops and conducts training Provides reference service in all curricular areas
24	Music Librarian Selects, classifies and files music Selects music for subject of program or special effects Issues scores Tracks musical broadcasts online Verifies recording sound quality
25	Reference Librarian Assists library customers with locating info Teaches users to find info Selects materials for library users Provides online database searching Recommends Internet links for the library catalog Plans and publicizes library events More info at www.becomealibrarian. org
26	Medical Librarian Assists physicians and medical personnel in locating info Maintains a large journal collection Conducts database searching for current sources Info--www.mlanet.org Provides continuing ed to staff on searching strategies Provides selective dissemination of info
27	Bookmobile Librarian Provides library services from mobile library Surveys community needs Selects books and materials Publicizes services
28	Armed Forces Librarian Assists military personnel with info needs Provides access to government info Searches for, pur-chases, analyzes, describes, arranges & preserves materials
29	Nontraditional Library Jobs Info Specialist to Gov. Jesse Ventura Asst. City Manager for Neighborhood Services, Tucson Associate Product Manager, eBay Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences Police Librarian
30	More information American Library Association www.ala.org/hrdr/ A, B, C’s of Library Careers www.oklibs.org/ careers/
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