A Librarian, or Curator, is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a library to ensure members have what they need to learn and explore topics of interest. Their duties include creating education programs for different age groups, updating library databases and managing a team of staff to carry out daily tasks.
A Librarian should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Librarian should be able to execute:
- Assist library visitors in conducting research and locating resources
- Organize all library resources so they are easy to locate
- Coordinate and create community programs that increase library awareness
- Evaluate library inventory needs and place orders
- Identify technology needs and make recommendations
- Oversee the work of other employees and provide feedback
A competitive Librarian will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- Excellent organization skills
- Good time-management skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to manage projects and give presentations
- Knowledge of specific field (such as law or music)
- Ability to work independently without supervision
