How to Stay Afloat in the Academic Library Job Pool

by Teresa Y. Neely (Editor), Camila Alire

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

Job-hunters at every level of experience will find this volume the definitive resource for moving successfully
into an academic career.

Genres: Library Science, Librarianship, Nonfiction

152 pages, Paperback

First published November 28, 2010

Reviews

[Mara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really helpful guide through the whole process from thinking about how to write your cover letter and prepare a cv or resume, how to address the items listed in the position description with your letter, the phone interview, and the on campus interview. Chapter on giving a presentation, responding to the job offer, and one person's story of an eight month job search. Many practical tips, all written from the perspective of folks that have been on actual hiring committees. Geared more toward large university libraries than smaller colleges.

[Romany · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not so useful for Australian academic librarians, but very very interesting to see the kind of hiring process occurring in the States, and perhaps what we might have to go through in future. In particular, the possible interview questions were helpful, and just as relevant to this hemisphere.

[Sinistmer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great, articulate book! It clearly outlines the process and provides several things to consider as you go through the process, up to and including negotiations. I learned a lot and will probably re-consult it once I get a little further!

[laurel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good overview and great advice. I really liked the examples.