Librarian Resume

A Librarian position could be in a government library, educational institute, and even a more industry specific role such as law or science. As such some Librarian roles will require either tertiary qualifications in an ALIA (Australian Library and Information Association) recognized librarianship course or field specific course e.g. science. There are skills that as a librarian you will need to possess for all positions.

Demonstration of your communication skills is paramount as a librarian role will have you establishing the requirements of individuals in order to retrieve the correct information and assist with in-depth research. It is also important to show that you are able to utilize and work with internal staff.

With a strong move towards digital databases and information you must prove that you are technical savvy and able to adopt the latest techniques and technology quickly and efficiently. Showing that you are able to think laterally is a strong skill for a Librarian who can utilize a diverse range of resources to problem solve and reach desired outcomes. E.g. an understanding of the more traditional approaches is extremely useful as information may only be available or found by traditional means rather then digitally.

Sample Librarian Resumes

Kate Broughton	Resume

DATE OF BIRTH / AGE:	29 September 1984 / 23
ADDRESS:	12 Brent Place, North Melbourne 3051
CONTACT NUMBER:	Home: +61 3 6565 3232 Work: +61 3 9898 7775
E-MAIL ADDRESS:	Kate.Broughton@someemail.com
NATIONALITY:	Australian
EDUCATION:	RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia (February 2003- November 2005), Bachelor of Business (Information & Knowledge Management)
SKILLS & TRAINING:	Research assistance Hands on research instructions to students and public Department and public liaisons to strengthen collections Extensive experience in retrieval of information via digital media, online databases, podcasts, microform records Computer hardware and online management Stock purchasing
CAREER HISTORY
January 2006 – Current	*NMIT Library* Technical Services Librarian Purchase and Deselect of library collection Manage electronic resources Administer accounts for materials ordering and receiving Integrating various methods of information retrieval Overseeing the computers, printers and internet accessibility
April 2004 – August 2005	Kensington City Council Library Customer Service Officer Assist the public with research, recommendations and suggestions Implementing library procedures and policies Manage checking out/in of books Book replacement on shelves
INTERESTS / ACTIVITIES:	My favourite books are non-fiction and mystery and my idea of relaxing is browsing books from all genres in a bookstore that makes a good coffee. I otherwise like to spend time with my family, taking my nieces shopping, a BBQ by the river or a bottle of red with friends.
REFERENCES:	References on request