Librarians

Librarians make a world of difference in people's lives. They empower people by offering resources, services, programs and training to expand their knowledge.
Librarians are familiar with a wide variety of information sources. They assist people in finding and evaluating information and using it effectively to meet their personal and professional needs.
Librarians also manage staff; select library resources; develop Web sites; direct information programs and systems so that information is organized in a manner that meets people's needs.
Great library service does not happen without great librarians. The State Library provides these resources for and about librarians because we value the important work librarians do and have a deep respect for Iowa's dedicated librarians.

Additional Information

Job List
Job List describes open library positions in Iowa libraries. To add information about Iowa job openings to this site, contact Annette Wetteland at the State Library. Listings are free. annette.wetteland@lib.state.ia.us.
Quotes About Librarians, Libraries, Books and Reading
Good filler information for newsletters, brochures, etc.

Available Downloads

Public Library Director / Staff Competencies
The capabilities needed by public library directors and staff to provide excellent service to their customers. Useful for job descriptions and when hiring staff.

Related Sites

Library Careers
Help for determining if a library career is for you, presented in a fun way by the American Library Association
Employment
Employment information about librarians from the Occupational Outlook Handbook
ALA-Accredited Master's Programs in Library Science
Directory of Master's programs in library science accredited by the American Library Association.
Become a Librarian
Upbeat information about becoming a librarian compiled by the Central Jersey Regional Library Cooperative.

Last modified April 25, 2006 02:02 PM