Office for Human Resource Development and Recruitment (HRDR)
Register your library to win a free one-year subscription to the Virtual Career Library!
CHICAGO —Do your library patrons need job search and career exploration support in today’s tough economy? Then head on over to the ALA Membership Pavilion at the 2012 ALA Annual Conference in Anaheim to register your library to win a free one-year...
‘Surviving an Information Science Career Crisis’ session in the ALA JobLIST Placement Center during Annual Conference
CHICAGO —In his book, "Recovery, Reframing, and Renewal: Surviving an Information Science Career Crisis in a Time of Change," author Oliver Cutshaw examines the difficulties confronting information professionals who, due to financial downturns...
Applications being accepted for 2013 class of ALA Emerging Leaders
CHICAGO —The American Library Association (ALA) is now accepting applications for the 2013 class of Emerging Leaders. Details on the program criteria as well as a link to the application can be found on the Emerging Leaders Web page. The deadline to apply...
Still time to register for Disney's 'Approach to Quality Service' in Anaheim
CHICAGO — The American Library Association (ALA) Learning Round Table invites you to Disney Institute for “Disney’s Approach to Quality Service” on Friday, June 22, 2012, during the ALA Annual Conference in Anaheim, Calif. You will examine the time-tested...
The power of storytelling in your job search - a free online chat
CHICAGO — How many times have you heard the words, "Tell me about yourself"? Did you know that this interview question is a fantastic opportunity for you to distinguish yourself from other candidates? Did you know that powerfully written accomplishment...
New Members Round Table to Sponsor Emerging Leader Janel White
Contact: Lorelle Swader ALA HRDR (312) 280-4278 lswader@ala.org NEWS For Immediate Release, March 16, 2010 CHICAGO—The New Members Round Table (NMRT) is announcing that Janel White, Broadcast Librarian at National Public Radio in Washington, D.C., is the recipient of a $1,000 scholarship to sponsor her participation in the American Library Association’s Emerging Leaders Program. White applied to participate in the Emerging Leaders program out of a desire to give back to ALA, the library community, and her patrons. “ As a librarian, it is my duty to not only serve my patrons but also the field...
COSWL Celebrates National Women’s History Month
Contact: Lorelle Swader ALA HRDR (312) 280-4278 lswader@ala.org CHICAGO - During the entire month of March, the Committee on the Status of Women in Librarianship (COSWL) will recognize and celebrate women’s historic achievements with National Women’s History Month. The observance also provides an opportunity to honor women within our families and communities. National Women’s History Month traces its origins back to March 8, 1857, when women from New York City factories staged a protest over working conditions. International Women’s Day was later observed in 1909. In 1981, the U.S. Congress...
About the ALA Placement Services
The American Library Association (ALA) provides Placement Services for job seekers and employers in conjunction with the ALA Midwinter Meeting, Annual Conference, as well as certain divisional national conferences. The service is available to anyone--not just ALA members or on-site attendees. We generally lists positions available in libraries and/or information management environments. Although registration takes place on-line, there is an on-site center at each conference where employers and job candidates can meet and conduct interviews. There is no fee for job seekers to use the service...