How do they match: Librarians and Media Collections Specialists

  • Access Services Librarian
  • Instructional Services Coordinator
  • Interlibrary Loan Services Librarian
  • Library Services Coordinator
  • Library Services Specialist
  • Multimedia Services Coordinator
  • Public Services Associate
  • Public Services Librarian
  • Technical Services Librarian
  • Youth Services Librarian

  • 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.

  • Confer with colleagues, faculty, and community members and organizations to conduct informational programs, make collection decisions, and determine library services to offer.
  • Explain use of library facilities, resources, equipment, and services, and provide information about library policies.
  • Plan and deliver client-centered programs and services, such as special services for corporate clients, storytelling for children, newsletters, or programs for special groups.

  • Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
  • Confer with others to conduct or arrange operational activities.
  • Teach others to use technology or equipment.