Librarian
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- What's it like to be a Librarian?
- How to become a Librarian
- Latest Librarian jobs
- Top skills and experience for Librarians
- Librarian role reviews
What's it like to be a Librarian?
A Librarian (Kaitiaki Pātaka Pukapuka) manages databases and physical resources such as books and documents, and assists people with accessing them. Librarians select, prepare and classify materials relevant to their library. In many roles they maintain databases and help students and other clients to research information in the library or on their devices. They most commonly work in public libraries, schools, universities and government departments.
Tasks and duties
- Helping customers find books, electronic resources and other materials.
- Acquiring, preparing and classifying library materials so they are easily accessible.
- Organising and maintaining information sources such as books, magazines, newspapers, electronic resources, audio and video recordings, photographs and manuscripts.
- Communicating with customers and loaning out library resources.
How to become a Librarian
Most Librarians have a bachelor or masters degree in a relevant field.
Complete a bachelor or masters degree in library or information studies at a polytechnic, university or wānanga.
Secure an entry-level Librarian role to gain experience.
Consider joining Libraries Aotearoa LIANZA.
Upskill with continuing professional education in areas such as technology and te ao Māori.
Some roles such as Law Librarian may require specialist sills or specific qualifications.
