There are many reasons for worker turnover and just as many strategies to help retain employees. While effective retention strategies benefit all employees and organizations, they are especially crucial for institutions committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is one reason why the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL), a division of ALA, has announced the launch of a new Library Worker Retention Toolkit. This freely available resource provides effective employee retention strategies for academic libraries, including ideas … Read the rest
Category Archives: Recruitment
Perfect Time and Place to Connect
This article is from the May 2023 issue.
Library workers from around the world will be meeting in Chicago at the ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition, June 22-27, 2023. It’s the perfect time for employers and job seekers to connect. The Open House/Job Fair ─scheduled on Sunday, June 25, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm─ is the perfect place to have great conversations about open (or soon to be available) positions.
The ALA JobLIST Placement & Career Development Center is still accepting forms for employers who want to participate … Read the rest
Plan Now to Make Connections at the ALA Annual Conference in Chicago
This article is from the April 2023 issue.
Together again in Chicago! Library workers from around the world will be meeting in Chicago at the ALA 2023 Annual Conference, June 22 – 27, 2023. Join us in the ALA JobLIST Placement & Career Development Center (the Center) where meaningful connections can be made for now and for the future.
The Center is still accepting employers who want to participate in the Open House/Job Fair on Sunday, June 25, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. Advanced signup is required … Read the rest
Candidates’ Expectations in the Current Job Market
This article is from the April 2023 issue.
What is your library’s recruitment process like for job candidates? Do your candidates feel valued throughout the application process? Are they left feeling excited about the possibility of working for your library and your leadership team? Today’s job seekers have elevated expectations when it comes to a candidate’s experience and their interactions with interviewers. The current labor market is prompting hiring managers and recruiters to focus on the full candidate experience which includes all the feelings, impressions, interactions, and activities … Read the rest
Find Your Perfect Employee or Job this Summer in Chicago
This article is from the March 2023 issue.
Join us in the ALA JobLIST Placement and Career Development Center (the Center) during the ALA 2023 Annual Conference, June 22-27. It will be the first time in quite a while that we will be face-to-face in Chicago.
There will be a variety of activities and events taking place in the Center. Employers will be on-site connecting with attendees and conducting interviews. For job seekers, there will be complimentary career coaching, mentoring, help with resumes, and career guidance sessions.… Read the rest
Participate in the Job Fair at ACRL23 in Philadelphia
This article is from the February 2023 issue.
Join us at a Job Fair, Friday, March 17, 2023, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Career Center during the upcoming Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) conference in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia. Representatives from various academic institutions will have an opportunity to showcase available jobs as well as the quality of life at their institutions. Academic staff will be on-hand to discuss various aspects of campus and community life —the things that make each institution unique — such as … Read the rest
26 Incredible Libraries Making Connections and Hiring
This article is from the June 2022 issue.
Starting a job search often takes a bit of self-reflection and research. If you’re looking for inspiration as you figure out what’s next in your career, join us in the ALA JobLIST Placement & Career Development Center (the Center) during the upcoming ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition in Washington, D.C. The Center is where meaningful connections can be made for now and for the future. The events and activities in the Center are designed to help job seekers … Read the rest
Recruiting Opportunities at ALA 2022 Annual Conference
This article is from the May 2022 issue.
Together Again! Library workers worldwide will be meeting in Washington, DC, at the ALA 2022 Annual Conference & Exhibition, June 23-28. The ALA JobLIST Placement & Career Development Center is still accepting employers who want to participate in the Open House/Job Fair on Sunday, June 26, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm. Tables are assigned on a first-come basis. Just complete the online participation form. There is no cost to participate.
We are also accepting forms for employers who … Read the rest
Job Fair Scheduled at ALA 2022 Annual Conference in Washington, DC
This article is from the April 2022 issue.
As part of its continuing efforts to provide networking opportunities for employers and job seekers, the ALA JobLIST Placement & Career Development Center will host an Open House/Job Fair on Sunday, June 26, 2022, 10:30 a.m. – noon during the ALA’s Annual Conference in Washington, D.C. There is no cost to participate. No appointments are required for job seekers.
Representatives from various libraries and library-related companies can take advantage of the opportunity to talk with conference attendees about their specific … Read the rest
Will Staffing in Libraries Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels?
This article is from the June 2021 issue.
Most people who work in libraries and related fields are painfully aware that there are fewer employees. Much of the shortage is due to layoffs and hiring freezes instituted within the last eighteen months. When we asked readers to tell us what they needed to feel comfortable to return to work, respondents’ replies indicated that they were feeling the crunch of having fewer staff in their libraries. One person commented, “We need our hiring freeze to end. We also need … Read the rest
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