Jobs for Information Professionals

A resource guide to library employment related and job postings sites.
http://web.syr.edu/~jryan/infopro/jobs.html

Librarians

Employment information for librarians from the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos068.htm

Library Assistants and Bookmobile Drivers

Employment information and job outlook from the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos147.htm

ClickNwork

Web-based work opportunities for information specialists, researchers and writers.
http://www.clicknwork.com/

Library Technicians

Job outlook and work description from the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos113.htm

EXULT - Exeter University Library Trainees

Gives an insight into working as a library trainee and provides some useful links to those who are considering studying librarianship or information science.
http://www.ex.ac.uk/library/trainees/

Library Juice 3:11 - Job Search Supplement

Contains help for job-seeking librarians, including compilations of annotated links and professional advice.
http://libr.org/Juice/issues/vol3/LJ_3.11.sup.html

Non-traditional jobs for special librarians

A chapter from the "Special Libraries Management Handbook: The Basics" website written by students in CLIS 724 (Special Libraries and Information Centers) at the University of South Carolina College of Library and Information Science during the Spring 199
http://www.libsci.sc.edu/bob/class/clis724/SpecialLibrariesHandbook/non-traditional.htm

Alternative Careers Workshop

An overview of a series of presentations given at the Catholic University of America on the subject of alternative careers for librarians from '98.
http://studentorg.cua.edu/asis/march98.htm

Job Hunting: Just for Librarians

Job hunting resources for Librarians.
http://www.libraryhq.com/jobhunt.html

The Librarians' Career Manifesto

A guide to print and Internet resources to assist present or future librarians in the job search and professional development.
http://slis.cua.edu/ihy/sp2000/job/home.htm

LIScareer.com

Career development resources for new librarians, information professionals, students, and those considering a library career
http://www.liscareer.com/

The Oxford Website for Library Trainees

Provides background information and a downloadable application form for library trainee posts at Oxford University. Also provides information about applying for library school and a consideration of librarianship as a career.
http://www.lib.ox.ac.uk/owl/

SLA Career Development

The Special Library Association's 'Toolbox'. This site provides a great deal of information on librarianship, as well as many useful links.
http://www.sla.org/chapter/ctor/toolbox/index-career.htm

Networked Librarian - Job Search Guide

A directory of employment pages listing employment opportunities for librarians.
http://pw1.netcom.com/~feridun/nlintro.htm

Become a Librarian!

A site compiled by the Central Jersey Regional Library Cooperative. Provides all sorts of great information ranging from an outline of what a librarian does, to the education required, scholarships available and employment options open to librarians.
http://www.becomealibrarian.org/

Stealth Librarian

Forum for librarians to exchange information (anonymously if they wish) about the working conditions in their library or library system.
http://members.tripod.com/stealthlibrarian/StealthLibrarian.htm

Lisjobs.com

Employment listings, job links, resume posting, and a professional development e-mail newsletter.
http://www.lisjobs.com/

The Info Pro's Survival Guide to Job Hunting

Instructions on beginning a job search, with several links. [Searcher]
http://www.infotoday.com/searcher/jul02/mort.htm

Canada Job Futures - Librarians, Archivists, Conservators and Curators

An occupational profile of current and future work in the library and information profession.
http://jobfutures.ca/noc/511.shtml

From Baby Librarian to Tenured Faculty: Strategizing for Success

Article discusses approaches new librarians can take to help get tenure in higher education.
http://liscareer.com/snoeyenbos_tenure.htm

Rediff Guide to the Net - Features: Making Money Online

Article which briefly discusses legitimate online researcher opportunities.
http://www.rediff.com/search/2002/jul/16money.htm

Marriott Research and Recruitment

Company providing research and staffing support for libraries and related organizations.
http://www.marriott2r.com/

CLA: Resources - The Future of the Library Profession

An article considering future trends in the library and information sector.
http://www.cla.ca/resources/future.htm

Your Career in Library or Information Science

An outline of possible careers in the field, provided by the Canadian Library Association. Also includes pertinent information on training programs and educational requirements.
http://www.cla.ca/careers/connect.htm

Beyond the Job

Professional tips for librarians: articles, job-hunting advice, professional development opportunities, and other news and ideas on how to further one's library career.
http://librarycareers.blogspot.com/

Applying for a Library Job: Advice from Biblia

Are you sure you want to be a librarian? Some career guidence from Biblia, the Warrior Librarian.
http://warriorlibrarian.com/HUMOUR/jobapp.html

NewBreed Librarian: What do you do for students?

Interview with Joanna Kroll who explains her philosophy of helping library school students find library related jobs.
http://www.newbreedlibrarian.org/archives/01.04.aug2001/interview2.html

NewBreed Librarian - Masters Degrees and Career Advancement

Article discusses the dynamics of career advancement in a profession where the majority of librarians are on the verge of retirement.
http://www.newbreedlibrarian.org/archives/02.01.feb2002/interview2.html

LIScareer.com -- The Librarian & Information Professional's Career Development Center

Provides a bibliography of web and print resources to help librarians on the job hunt.
http://www.liscareer.com/jobhunting.htm

Job Hunting for Librarians - Web Resources

Provided by the School of Library and Information Science at Kent State University. This Web Resources page provides links to some lesser-known library job posting sites.
http://www.slis.kent.edu/links/jobs.php

Ontario Library Association Job Search Strategies

A list of job search options offered by the Ontario Library Association.
http://www.accessola.com/site/showPage.cgi?page=/career/strategies.html

The Chronicle: Career Network: Putting Your Ph.D. to Work in the Library

Todd Gilman writes, "My advice to would-be academic librarians involves four progressive steps. In this article, I'll discuss the first three: making initial contacts, turning a vita into a résumé for librarians' consumption, and mastering the art of th
http://chronicle.com/jobs/2004/04/2004040801c.htm

The Chronicle: Career Network: Becoming a Librarian

Todd Gilman writes about his experience of getting a Ph.D., looking for work, and how "I met with two Harvard librarians, and to my delight, both said instantly that a Ph.D. in English and a master's in library science would make a "powerful combination"
http://chronicle.com/jobs/2003/10/2003101701c.htm

Library Associates

A national (USA) specialty staffing, recruiting, outsourcing and consulting firm emphasizing jobs and careers for information professionals.
http://www.libraryassociates.com/

Where Have All the Librarians Gone? - 2001 TLA Presentation

Summarizes responses by MLS/MIS graduates to a survey about careers as librarians.
http://www.ischool.utexas.edu/%7Erpollock/tla2001/talk01.html

TLA Presentation: Finding the Right People: What Do Prospective Employees Really Value

Addresses responses to a survey of library school students regarding job hunting, job conditions, and recruiters.
http://www.ischool.utexas.edu/%7Erpollock/tla2004/talk04.html

Hidden Behind the Fancy Titles

Employment-related article discussing synonyms for "special librarian" and what skills are required. By Jessica Lynn Marx.
http://www.sla.org/chapter/cwi/positionprofile.htm

LIScareer.com - Grow the Profession: Marketing the Librarian

Article by Steven M. Cohen discusses numerous ways for librarians to market themselves, online and offline, and gives examples.
http://www.liscareer.com/cohen_marketing.htm

Southern California Library Jobs

Group for those searching for library jobs in California.
http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/socallibjobs/

ISTL: The Top Ten Things a New Sci/Tech Librarian Should Know: Developing Core Competencies

Summary of what was said at an ALA annual meeting discussion group. Includes suggestions for those trying to be hired and those doing hiring.
http://www.istl.org/04-winter/conf1.html

Canadian Librarians in America

Information, resources, and a message board for Canadian librarians who have relocated to the United States in search of employment.
http://library3.csudh.edu/cdales/canlib/