Well, That Took A While: An Anecdotal Comparison of the Job Application Process Between Public and Academic Libraries

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Abstract

When a position for Interlibrary Loan Librarian came open at Georgia Southern University in the latter part of 2015, I was intrigued. Although ensconced happily in a public library position and a 10-year veteran of public systems, the lure of an academic position-along with logistical considerations-prompted me to apply for the position. I believe my observations about the hiring, though anecdotal, begin to unravel a conversation comparing and contrasting academic libraries with public libraries, possibly to the benefit of both institutions.

Original languageAmerican English
StatePublished - Oct 6 2016
EventGeorgia Council of Media Organizations Annual Conference - Athens, GA, Athens, United States
Duration: Oct 5 2016Oct 7 2016
https://gla.georgialibraries.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/events_COMO_2016_schedule.pdf (Link to conference program)

Conference

ConferenceGeorgia Council of Media Organizations Annual Conference
Abbreviated titleGaCOMO
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAthens
Period10/5/1610/7/16
Internet address

Keywords

  • Academic libraries
  • Anecdotal comparison
  • Job application process
  • Public libraries

DC Disciplines

  • Library and Information Science

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