How do they match: Librarians and Media Collections Specialists

  • Administer and maintain libraries or collections of information, for public or private access through reference or borrowing. Work in a variety of settings, such as educational institutions, museums, and corporations, and with various types of informational materials, such as books, periodicals, recordings, films, and databases. Tasks may include acquiring, cataloging, and circulating library materials, and user services such as locating and organizing information, providing instruction on how to access information, and setting up and operating a library's media equipment.

  • Plan and deliver client-centered programs and services, such as special services for corporate clients, storytelling for children, newsletters, or programs for special groups.
  • Plan and teach classes on topics such as information literacy, library instruction, and technology use.
  • Direct and train library staff in duties, such as receiving, shelving, researching, cataloging, and equipment use.
  • Explain use of library facilities, resources, equipment, and services, and provide information about library policies.
  • Review and evaluate materials, using book reviews, catalogs, faculty recommendations, and current holdings to select and order print, audio-visual, and electronic resources.
  • Supervise daily library operations, budgeting, planning, and personnel activities, such as hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
  • Train faculty and media staff on the use of software and audio-visual equipment.

  • Plan community programs or activities for the general public.
  • Help patrons use library or archival resources.
  • Teach others to use technology or equipment.