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This page includes resources to help improve resumes.

If you need help getting your resume polished, stop by the ALA JobLIST Placement & Career Development Center if you are attending ALA Annual Conference. The ALA New Members Round Table Resume Review Committee (NMRT-RRC) provides resume critiquing service to conference attendees. The service is free, and available anytime the Placement Center is open. The NMRT-RRC also provides year-round resume review service. The Resume Review Service Committee have engaged librarians from all types of libraries, with various specializations to help you make your resume shine. Other resources to help you with your resume

General Information

• From Zety.com
• From ResumeGenius.com
• 20 Resume Mistakes Keeping You From Getting a Job (and How to Fix Them)
• 26 Common Resume Mistakes that Will Lose You the Job

For Job Hoppers

• How To Create an Effective Job Hopper Resume
• 7 Resume Tips for Job Hoppers
• How to Explain Short-Term Jobs and Job Hopping on Your Resume (10-minute video)

How to Address Employment Gaps to Not Look Like a Job Hopper on a Resume (a video conversation)

For Older Workers

• What Older Workers Need to Know About Video Résumés Asserts that videos can help you connect with employers but may also lead to bias
• Poor Example of Video Resume
• Resume Tips for Older Professionals
• 7 Resume Tips for Older Job Seekers

For Newer Graduates

• The New Grad Resume Guide: Everything You Need to Get Started
• How to Write a Successful College Graduate Resume(with job-winning sample)
• Resume Writing for the Recent College Graduate (ppt slides)
• 14 Resume Strategies for Recent Graduates

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Make Your Resume Great With Library Resources

Did you know Chicago Public Library has high-quality online resources that can help you make your best resume? Whether you are working on a new resume, updating an existing resume, or just looking to give your resume a boost, CPL has a wide range of online resources and tools available 24/7 when you need them.

Check out these CPL online resources that focus on resumes. Do you have specific resume goals? Look below each resource for tips on what topics are included.

Got Resume Builder

Do you need to write or update your resume quickly? Take the mystery out of resume formatting and access your resume any time anywhere with Got Resume Builder . This resume builder has so many great features that can help you make a great resume in just minutes.

How to access:

• Create a GotResumeBuilder account using a valid email address.
• Download the Got Resume Builder app on Google Play or the Apple App Store .

Resume Topics Include:

• Resume/cover letter formatting and templates
• Writing tips and suggestions
• Saving and sharing your resume

Brainfuse: Job Seekers and Adult Learners

Are you interested in one-on-one resume feedback from a professional reviewer? Brainfuse has a review service that allows you to upload a draft of your resume or cover letter and within a business day you will receive a copy returned with feedback from a writing expert. You can also get live help from a Brainfuse instructor on resumes, cover letters, application questions, interview preparation and more. Brainfuse is available in several languages including English, Canadian English, Spanish and French.

• Create a Brainfuse account using your library card number and pin along with a valid email address.
• Download the Brainfuse app on Google Play or the Apple App Store .
• Resume/cover letter review and feedback
• Live assistance from instructors
• Interview preparation

Chicago DigitalLearn

Chicago DigitalLearn is an online learning tool with easy to use, self-paced interactive courses. In the Creating Resumes course, you can learn all about making resumes in Microsoft Word. Not only will you be working towards a great resume, but you can also build your computer skills along the way. This course is less than half an hour and full of great tips on different types of resumes, what to include, and using resume templates. Chicago DigitalLearn is is available in both English and Spanish.

• You do not need a library card or an account to access Chicago DigitalLearn.
• Create an optional Chicago DigitalLearn account using a valid email address to track your progress and even print completion certificates.
• Types of resumes and what to include
• Using Microsoft Word resume templates
• Resume writing tips

LinkedIn Learning

Looking for a little bit of everything? LinkedIn Learning has thousands of videos and courses lead by industry professionals on topics related to resumes, interviews, careers and so much more. From interview tips and leadership skills to career coaching and goal setting, LinkedIn Learning has something for everyone. LinkedIn Learning offers content in numerous languages including English, Spanish and Chinese.

• Create a LinkedIn Learning account using your library card number and pin along with a valid email address.
• Download the LinkedIn Learning app on Google Play or the Apple App Store . Read instructions for how to sign in using your CPL library card.
• Resume refresh and writing tips
• Returning to work after a resume gap
• Highlighting skills and building confidence

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Start a successful job search at FPL online! Use the links below to help you write a winning resume, search job postings, explore careers, prepare for an interview, and learn new skills. If you need personalized assistance, stop by the Main Library to speak to one of our Librarians about one-on-one job counseling and many other services the Library offers job seekers.

Get Job Search Help at Fairfield Public Library

Visit the Main Library’s Job and Career Resource Center to find hundreds of new books on resumes, cover letters, top careers, interviewing, and more. Search our catalog.

We are currently allowing people at the computer for 2 hours per day per person, no exceptions. Printing is available for $0.10/page.

Take advantage of the many services FPL offers job seekers:

Our career counselor Ann Wright continues doing phone consultations on Thursdays and the first Monday of the month. Contact Librarian Claudia Silk for further information and updates: [email protected]

• Meet 1-on-1 for 20 minutes with a career counselor : Thursdays from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm with Ann Wright. These appointments take place by phone. Please email Claudia Silk at [email protected] for an appointment or call the Reference Desk at 203-256-3160.
• Ask one of our Librarians how to research companies, people and organizations as you prepare for interviews.  Call 203-256-3160 or stop by the Reference Desk.

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Write a Resume

Stop by Library to check out dozens of new books on writing your resume and cover letter. Search our online catalog for titles using keyword “resume.”   A career counselor is available by phone on Thursdays to critique your resume in a 1-on-1 session. Call 203-256-3160 for more information.

Click the links below for resume writing guidelines and examples of resumes by industry and job type. JobNow and Tutor.com offer live online chat and resume critique services.

Career One Stop – Resume, cover letter  and job search advice Job Now – Upload your resume to be critiqued, contact a job coach for real-time mock interview via online chat, and access resume and career resources online 24/7. A Fairfield Public Library card is required to access this service. Tutor.com – Access career resources and a live tutor online to answer questions and offer critique about resumes, interviewing, and more. A Fairfield Public Library card is required to access from home. Zip Recruiter- Free resume training and templates

Online job sites are an excellent way to discover new job postings. Consider setting up email alerts through your favorite job boards to receive emails when new jobs that fit your interests are posted.

Don’t forget to network with your family, friends and former co-workers. Networking is one of the most effective ways to tap into the “hidden job market” and discover jobs that never get posted online! The CT Department of Labor maintains a list of Career Transition Networking Groups in towns throughout CT.

Job & Career Accelerator

Whether you’re looking to find a new job in your current field or pursue a career in a different industry, Job & Career Accelerator™ has the powerful tools and expert guidance to help you through every step of the process. Job & Career Accelerator™ puts everything you need to land a job in one place. You can:

• Explore over 1,000 different occupations
• Discover the career that’s best for you
• Search local and national job and internship postings
• Create professional resumes and cover letters
• Practice and master interviewing skills
• Get valuable job-search tips and advice at every step
• Organize and track your job-search progress

Local Job Search Sites:

Courant.com – Hartford Courant Classifieds Fairfield County Jobs – Connecticut’s #1 Local Job Board Zip Recruiter – This site offers 16 million +jobs for active job seekers, 80% of those jobs don’t show up on other large job search engines.

CT Job Search Sites:

CtJobs.com – comprehensive listings from across the state, as featured in local classified ad Platform to Employment – helps the long-term unemployed and those who have exhausted unemployment benefits get back to work by addressing their specific challenges State of CT –  jobs working for the State of Connecticut

Federal Job Search Sites:

USA Jobs – the Federal Government’s official job board Federal Jobs Digest – print discontinued as of January 2018. The library has an online subscription. Library patrons can access www.jobsfed.com: PIN# 508401 PW: Newspaper

Niche/Industry Job Websites:

AHA Career Center – American Hospital Association healthcare career advice and job postings Accounting Jobs Today – career resources for accountants and financial professionals Dice – job postings in the technology (IT) industry e Financial Careers – jobs in banking, accounting, and securities industries Inside Higher Ed – jobs and career advice for higher education professionals Military Careers – information on jobs in the military Upwork – a forum for freelancers. Find freelance work, find freelancers. Zip Recruiter- Jobs for veterans

Nationwide Job Search Sites:

Career Builder – online job board and classified ads for 140 local & national newspapers Craigslist – job postings throughout CT and nationwide Indeed – the #1 job site worldwide Job Applications Online – overview of the online application systems for popular employers LinkedIn Jobs – Leverage the world’s largest professional network to connect with opportunity. Simply Hired – US and  international jobs  from job boards, employer sites and the web US Jobs –  leading employers and National  Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) Zip Recruiter – online employment marketplace connecting employers and job seekers

New Grads/Students:

After College – connects college students and entry-level job seekers with employers through faculty and career networks at colleges and universities. Collegegrad.com –an entry- level job site for college grads College Jobs – ZipRecruiter offers a custom search for internships, entry-level, summer, and work from home employment opportunities College Recruiter – thousands of internships and entry-level jobs Summer Jobs –entry level summer jobs for students across the country

Explore or Change Careers

Go online to explore careers, salaries, educational requirements, and the employment outlook for industries and careers. The Main Library also has several directories and career books that offer this information. Ask a Librarian!

Career One Stop – explore careers, investigate salary and benefit information, research education and training opportunities, plan a job search and browse job sites, write and improve resumes and cover letters, prepare for a job interview, and search for jobs. CT Job and Career Connection – find an occupation, education,  training, and job search  resources. CT Works – employments offices of the CT Department of Labor JobNow – Use eParachute section to match potential careers with your skills. Your Fairfield Public Library barcode number is required for access. Learn How to Become – one-stop, comprehensive resource to begin, further, or change your career path. My Skills My Future – new grads: find careers that match your skills and experience My Next Move – Just starting out? Explore careers and find a match for your interests and training. Occupational Outlook Handbook – job profiles including typical work, pay, education required O*Net Online – career exploration and detailed job descriptions including green jobs and jobs with bright outlooks for future hiring STEM Careers – career planning in science, technology, engineering, math, computers, and healthcare

Learn New Skills

The Library offers computer training classes, job search seminars, and free online access to career training courses through our website. Additionally, many local and state agencies and colleges offer adult education ranging from training courses to certificate programs to associate, bachelor and master’s degree programs.

Library Resources:

Tutor.com – career guidance and resume review., local agencies:.

CT Works –regional offices offering  employment workshops, re-education programs and more. CT Department of Labor – file for unemployment, learn about apprenticeships and more Fairfield Continuing Education – offering continuing education classes for adults in Fairfield Literacy Volunteers – provide literacy training, ESOL, and workplace readiness skills. Bridgeport area, 203-368-5526 Goodwill Career Center , 165 Ocean Terrace, Bridgeport, CT 1-800-423-9787 Goodwill Career Center , 1700 Post Road East, Westport, CT 203-256-3943 United Way 2-1-1 Infoline – free information, referral and crisis counseling in Connecticut. See: “Where to Turn When You Become Unemployed”

Area Colleges:

Fairfield University – 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield, CT (203)-254-4000 Housatonic Community College – 900 Lafayette Blvd., Bridgeport, CT 06604. (203) 332-5000 Norwalk Community College – 188 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT 06854. (203) 857-7000 Sacred Heart University – 5151 Park Avenue, Fairfield, CT (203)-371-7999 University of Bridgeport – 126 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 (800) 392-3582

Online Learning:

Goodwill Community Foundation – free online learning community. Practice sessions such as job applications, tutorials on job searching, and becoming work ready JobNow – Get expert assistance for every step of the job search process with this online chat resource. Help includes review of resumes and practice interviewing. Click on SkillSurfer to access test prep including high school, college entrance/placement, career prep, nursing, Praxis, ASVAB, grad school, and basic computer and adult learning skills. Your Fairfield Public Library barcode number is required for access. Learn to Type – learn to type. Microsoft Office – free, self-paced online tutorials for Microsoft Office software, including Word,  PowerPoint, Excel, and more. MIT Open Courses – an online classroom with access to hundreds of free, non-credit courses made available to the public by Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Research Employers

The Main Library has print directories that list local, regional and national companies by geography, type of business, size and more; inquire at the Information Desk.

• Connecticut Business Directory
• Book of Business Lists: New Haven, Fairfield and Westchester County
• The Business Council of Fairfield County
• Dun’s Regional Business Directory
• Fairfield County Business Journal
• Fairfield Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory
• Harris Connecticut Manufacturer’s Directory

Additionally, the databases listed below offer 24/7 online access to company information:

Reference Solutions (formerly Reference USA) – is the premier source of business and residential information for reference and research, offering the most up-to-date data available in the market. Their business and consumer databases are continuously updated from more than 5,000 public sources. With Reference Solutions, you can help your users find jobs and business opportunities, conduct market research, and track down addresses and phone numbers, either on a home or library computer or through their mobile app. Glass Door – employees rate and comment on their employers, with salary and interview questions

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Is your librarian resume perfect to impress the recruiters?

[ Click here to directly go to the complete librarian resume sample ]

Well, you need more than a pleasant resume to get the shortlist you need and help you get a step closer to your dream job.

Here is the complete librarian resume sample:

• Developed procedures to collect & organize information by designing extensive storage & retrieval systems
• Classified collections of books, audiovisual aids & other reference materials for 100% safe & convenient access
• Categorized books & other library materials based on the subject matter or standard library classification systems
• Demonstrated use of library resources & services to 90+ users by daily providing library policies information
• Conferred with community organizations to conduct reading and communication skills programs every 2 months
• Delivered client-centered programs & services for 100+ corporate clients & programs for special groups till date
• Cultivated public relations work for the library, such as giving audiovisual book reviews and community talks
• Supervised & trained 20+ staff till date in shelving & cataloging for the smooth functioning of the library
• Monitored 5+ assistants in entering valid information & descriptions of materials into existing systems
• Evaluated 5k+ books & other materials to determine outdated or unused items to be discarded & stocked
• Compiled 100+ new books, articles & audiovisual materials on particular subjects within a span of 2 months
• Recorded daily circulation of books & materials to update 300+ users of their due date to return borrowed materials
• Aided users with index databases to improve speed in retrieving of required data to enhance the library's efficiency
• Documented & assisted users with their queries & requirements of their specific subject related materials
• Top 5 percentile of the class
• Languages : English, Spanish & French

And for that, you need professional assistance, which you can acquire from Hiration's Online Resume Builder.

Keep reading our blog to look at our sample librarian resume and learn the tricks to curate your perfect librarian resume.

Here is a summary of our Librarian Resume 2023 Guide:

• The header of your library resume should be your name, to maintain your unique individuality amongst all other average resumes.
• Strictly avoid lengthy paragraphs, instead, stick to one-liners to make specific statements in your professional experience section.
• Write a summary for your academic librarian resume only if you have 3 years and above professional work experience. An objective should be written if you have 0 to less than 3 years of work experience.

This blog will not only help you write a pleasant resume but a resume that can boost your chances of getting more shortlists and interviews which can help you land your dream job.

We have also provided a sample librarian resume in this blog for you to have a better understanding of how to frame your perfect library resume.

By the end of this guide will learn how to write the perfect librarian resume:

• What to write in your library resume?
• How to write your librarian resume?
• How to write personal informaiton on your library resume?
• How to elaborate your professional experience on your library resume?
• How to effectively highlight your librarian resume skills?
• How to write a library resume summary?

You can go to our Online Resume Builder that features 100+ content templates and 25+ design templates. Each job-specific profile template can be modified to suit your professional needs:

This blog will help you in understanding the following factors that go into creating the perfect library resume:

What is a Librarian Resume & why do you need it?

[ Back to Table of Content ] Your library resume is the source through which you can introduce yourself to the recruiters. Hence, you must make the best first impression.

Just as a library is one of the many sources of collected information and similar resources, your academic librarian resume should contain all the information required by the recruiters to know that you are eligible for a target job.

Most of the recruiters use the ATS (Applicant Tracking System) to filter the resumes that floods into their radar. It makes their job easier and convenient.

The task at hand is to impress the recruiter with your most efficient skills and professional experience by highlighting them and justifying them simultaneously.

You can rank high on the ATS by using the keywords that have been used by the recruiter in describing the targeted job.

Hitation's Online Builder can help you pick out the most significant keywords to make your librarian resume rank high on the ATS to help raise your chances of being shortlisted.

Read our 2023 tips for do's and don'ts on a resume to help you write a flawless resume.

Librarian Resume Sections

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Your librarian resume should have the following standard sections to elaborate on every specific factor as per the requirement of the targeted job:

• Personal Information
• Profile Title
• Professional Experience

Given below is the list of optional sections which can be framed as per the requirement of the targeted job to add value to your professional experience and educational qualification:

• Certifications (if any)
• Awards & Recognition (if any)
• Volunteering Experience (if any)
• Additional Information (if any)

For more details on this section, you can read our 2023 Guide to writing resume sections and enhance your library resume with assistance from experts at Hiration.

How to write your Librarian Resume

There are three steps that you need to follow religiously for curating your perfect library resume most effectively:

Master Librarian Resume

First draft of librarian resume.

• Final Draft of Librarian Resume

Start by creating a master resume wherein you write down all the necessary details that are possibly required on a resume.

Add your work experience and educational qualification along with your personal information.

Doing so is important because this master draft is not only for the present time-line but also for any future update of your librarian resume.

This also saves you time and the struggle of gathering scattered pieces of information while framing your library resume.

Hence, it is a wise thing to create a master librarian resume and list out all your information.

Do not stress over any information that you are not sure or clear about because it is not only limited to the present time-line but it can be used in any of the future updates of your library resume.

After your master draft is done, you should create your first draft of your library resume.

Here, you need to curate the following standard and optional sections:

Make sure to fill every required section professionally because it can help you outshine other applicants and bring forth your most effective potential on your librarian resume to impress the recruiters into shortlisting you.

Final draft of Librarian Resume

Your final task is to create the following sections:

Key skills: This section should be the 2nd last thing to be composed because you need to scan through your professional experience section and pick out the most effective keywords and highlight them in this section.

Summary/Objective: The last thing that needs to be composed is a summary or an objective because it is an overall accumulation of where you stand and what you possess either as an entry-level or a professional applicant.

You can read our 2023 Guide on how to write a resume to learn more about librarian resume writing.

Librarian Resume: Header

Your header can retain the unique identity of your library resume if you write your name as the header.

Writing "CV" or "Resume" is not needed because it is understood by the recruiters without you having to mention that on your librarian resume.

On the other hand, writing your name as the header can retain your individuality and make it easier for the recruiter to keep track of your library resume.

Use the largest font size of 16-20 to write your name and in case you have a middle name, use only the initial followed by a period.

Example: Gabriel Sylvia Moore should be written as "Gabriel S. Moore".

Here is our librarian resume examples for you to have a better understanding of how this section is ideally framed on a resume:

Read Hiration's 2023 Guide on writing resume header to write your name that looks professional and gives your library resume a unique identity.

You can directly go to our Online Resume Builder and pick the most suitable pre-filled librarian resume template to replace them with your suitable details for your perfect librarian resume:

Librarian Resume: Personal Information

Now, if the recruiters have to contact you in case you achieve a shortlist or an interview, they may generally require your following personal pieces of information:

Contact Number

E-mail address.

Always provide your active contact number so that the recruiters can get to you in case you get shortlisted.

They may also want to get in touch with you to schedule your interview by verbally confirming or they may want to have an over the phone interview.

In any case, there is no excuse for you to make any careless mistake while giving out your contact number.

All you have to do is, give your country’s ISD code as a prefix before your phone number and a plus sign (+) before the ISD code.

Example: +1 53628 54829

For most recruiters, an email is the most professional source of getting in touch with you.

But is your email ID professional enough?

Well, you cannot by any means give out an email ID that has fancy and childish names like [email protected] or [email protected] .

Fancy email IDs can ruin your reputation as a professional applicant because the recruiters may assume that you are not serious enough with your career.

Always put your professional foot forward by creating an email ID that has your real name (example: [email protected] ).

Make sure that you always create a proper email ID for official purposes.

Always provide your current location and avoid giving out your full home address or your present/previous work address.

If you are looking for a job in your own country, you simply have to mention the city and state you are residing in.

But if you are looking for a job in another country, you can simply mention the name of the city and country you are residing in.

Look at our sample librarian resume to visually understand how an ideal personal information section is framed:

Also, read our 2023 Guide to writing personal information as it can help you have a better understanding of framing this section.

Librarian Resume: Profile Title

Use the 2nd largest font size of 14-16 in your library resume to mention your most recent job title as your profile title.

It gives the recruiters an insight into the level of your professional status in your previous or current profession.

This helps the recruiters in shortlisting you according to your professional level, keeping in mind your specific interest in various industries and organizations.

You can write your ideal profile title as given below in our librarian resume sample:

In case you have an existing resume, you can get it reviewed for free by experts at Hiration's Online Resume Review Service.

Librarian Resume: Professional Experience

There are three important factors that you need to keep in mind and follow while framing your professional experience section.

STAR Format

Framing points, bucketing & bolding.

Keep reading to thoroughly understand the importance of these three mentioned factors as it can help you in curating the perfect librarian resume to raise your chance of being shortlisted by recruiters and even land the targeted job.

STAR stands for the following points:

Situation: To describe your contributions towards your previous workplace and the situation you found yourself in. Task: To describe all the task that was assigned to you as part of your job Action: To describe what strategies you used and how you handled or performed the task given to you Result: To describe the results of your action towards an assigned task in any given situation

The main idea of applying the STAR format in your librarian resume is to create a cause-effect relationship between your skills and professional experience.

Using STAR format can elaborate your ability to execute any task assigned to you and hence make the recruiters see your caliber as an efficient applicant.

Write figures of the number to boost your library resume and highlight your specific achievements and contributions wherever possible.

Framing points simple means using bullet points to list out your statements.

Evaluate the librarian resume examples to analyze how framing points can enhance your resume for librarian assistant:

During my role as a librarian in my previous organization, I succeeded in the evaluation of 3k+ books and other materials to determine any outdated materials or unused items. I have also compiled 60+ new books and audiovisual materials on various subjects within only 3 months. As part of my job, I recorded daily updates for 200+ users about their due date to return any borrowed materials and also aided the users with index databases to improve the speed in retrieving any data that was required.

Evaluate 3k+ books & other materials to determine outdated or unused items Compiled 60+ new books & audiovisual materials on various subjects within 3 months Recorded daily updates for 200+ users of their due date to return borrowed materials Aided users with index databases to improve speed in retrieving any required data

Librarian Resume Framing points: Analysis

By comparing the librarian resume examples, we can state the obvious that framing points (example 2) are more readable than the paragraph (example 1).

Both the library resume examples are stating the same things.

But what we find here is that example 2 is more readable whereas example 1 is bulky and lengthy.

The recruiters may not possibly spend more than 6 mere seconds to analyze your statements, hence it is more convenient when the points are framed.

Bulky paragraphs may bore the recruiters and you may miss the chance of making the recruiters see your efficiency as a suitable applicant.

Do not write bulky paragraphs (example 1)to avoid being rejected by the recruiters. Instead, frame your points (example 2) if you want the recruiters to go through your librarian resume and raise the chance of being shortlisted.

This is another important factor that you should apply while framing your resume for librarian assistant.

Given below are two library resume examples that can make you understand the importance of bucketing and bolding your one-liners in your professional experience section.

Classified books collections & other reference materials for 100% convenient access Categorized library materials based on the subject matter via standard library systems Demonstrated use of library services to 50+ users by providing library policies Delivered client-centered programs & services for 80+ corporate clients till date Supervised & trained 20+ staff till date in shelving & cataloging of the library Monitored 5+ assistants in entering valid information & materials descriptions

Cataloging & Organizing Classified books collections & other reference materials for 100% convenient access Categorized library materials based on the subject matter via standard library systems User Services & Programs Management Demonstrated use of library services to 50+ users by providing library policies Delivered client-centered programs & services for 80+ corporate clients till date Staff training & Management Supervised & trained 20+ staff till date in shelving & cataloging of the library Monitored 5+ assistants in entering valid information & materials descriptions

Librarian Resume Bucketing & Bolding: Analysis

Both the two given library resume examples are framed but example 2 is more specific as it contains unique subheadings (Bucketing) wherein specific roles and achievements are stated.

Framing alone (example 1) is not enough because it is just a list of one-liners without any distinction between the different roles and achievements.

Bolding your most significant contribution and achievements highlight your efficiency and enhances your eligibility as a suitable applicant.

Bucketing & bolding make your one-liners more specific and organized which raises your chance of being shortlisted by the recruiters.

Always use bucketing & bolding to organize your one-liners and highlight your most efficient skills to make your library resume stand out.

You can look at our sample librarian resume for a better understanding of how you can frame your professional experience section:

Hiration's 2023 Guide to writing the professional resume section can also help you frame your perfect librarian resume sample in detail.

Librarian Resume: Education

Your educational qualification may be a positive factor in influencing the recruiter.

Some job profile requires specific educational qualification whereas some may not strictly require you to have any specific qualification.

Mentioning your scholastic status can help enhance your professional experience and potential as an efficient applicant.

The following details are required to be filled in your education section:

• Name of the school/university you have attended
• Name of the course/courses you have pursued
• Location of your school/university
• Date of enrollment and graduation from each course (month & year)

You can also read our 2023 Guide on how to list education on a resume for a better insight on how this section is ideally curated.

Here's a sample library resume showcasing the ideal education for your resume for resume for librarian assistant:

Our Online Resume Builder can help you write the perfect librarian resume that can help you raise the chances of being shortlisted by recruiters.

Librarian Resume: Certifications

Certifications can help add value to your existing professional experience and educational qualification.

It gives you the advantage of coming out as an applicant who is serious about one's career that you went to the extent of getting certified for the targeted job.

Thus, as a general rule, you should make a separate certifications section in your public librarian resume to document the important sections of your certifications.

Here is the list of the details that should be written in the certificate section of your librarian resume:

• Name of the Certification Course
• Name of the Affiliating Institution
• Location of the Institute
• Dates of enrolment and completion of the course (month & year)

The format given below can be the ideal way to list your certifications:

{Name of certification} | {Affiliating Institution} | {Location} | {Date} (in month and year format)

In the meanwhile, you can also read Hiration's 2023 Guide on listing certifications on a resume to learn the art of framing the perfect certifications section.

Librarian Resume: Additional Information

Your additional information refers to your hobby/hobbies or any other language that you can speak/write which you can apply in your targeted job.

It adds value to your professional status and educational qualification as long as it is relevant to the job you are applying for.

For instance, being a librarian who speaks more than one language (English) can help you communicate with people who speak other languages which is beneficial because communication enhances customer relations.

Here is a sample library resume to help you understand what an ideal additional information section should look like:

This is a snapshot of a public librarian resume that we have made using our Online Resume Builder.

Make use of our Online Resume Builder to create your professional librarian resume. It comes with a pre-designed and pre-filled librarian resume template that you can easily customize to suit your professional needs & requirements.

Librarian Resume Key Sections

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Librarian Resume: Key Skills

The key skill section on your resume is an important feature so make sure that you frame this section with a professional approach.

Your key skills section can intrigue the recruiters to go through your librarian resume which can help raise your chances of being shortlisted.

Scan through your professional experience section and pick out any keywords that have been used by the recruiters as per the requirement of the targeted job.

Make sure that these key librarian skills resume are justified by your one-liner points in the professional experience section.

Picking the right skills can also help you rank high on the ATS as we have mentioned initially in this blog.

Refer to the sample librarian resume given below, to have a better understanding of how to frame this section:

From the given example, we can see that your skills are framed in a way that would make the recruiters identify with your potential as an efficient applicant for the targetted job.

Meanwhile, you can also read Hiration's 2023 Guide on what skills to put on a resume to learn the tricks for writing this section with perfection.

Librarian Resume Summary

Write a summary only if you have 3 years and above professional experience.

This section can help you to leave a positive impression on the recruiter if you can frame the perfect summary.

To do that, you will need to write an overview of your entire resume in only 3-4 lines.

Keep your summary short and impactful by elaborating your most significant skills and provide figures of the number to maintain the cause-effect relationship and specify your achievements in your previous organization.

For more details on how to write this section, you can read our 2023 Guide to writing a summary on a resume .

Look at our librarian resume example to understand how your summary can be ideally framed:

Feel free to go to our Online Resume Builder to write your professional librarian resume.

It comes with a pre-designed and pre-filled library resume template that you can easily modify to suit your needs.

Librarian Resume Objective

An objective only for those professionals with zero to less than 3 years of work experience.

Also, frame a librarian resume objective if you belong to any of the following categories:

• Entry-level applicant
• Re-entry into the workforce
• Change in career or industry

While writing an objective, you need to focus on your relevant skills, internship experience, and volunteering experience (if any).

Always make sure that your internships and voluntary experience are related to the targeted job.

Read our 2023 Guide to writing a resume objective , to get a better understanding of how to write your perfect librarian resume objective.

Make use of the library resume template that comes with our Online Resume Builder for an effortless resume writing experience.

This will help you write an impeccable resume for librarian jobs.

Resume Review & Free Resume Templates

Get your resume professionally reviewed by our resume experts at Hiration. The review will be done in compliance with the below-mentioned parameters:

• Compliance with industry norms
• Content Relevance
• Recruiter Friendliness
• Design Compatibility
• Conversion Scope
• ATS Compliance
• Global Compatibility
• Performance Assessment
• Resume Formatting (font, margins, the order of sections, etc.)

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Key Takeaways

The following points need to be kept in mind at all times while curating your librarian resume:

• Start your librarian resume by framing the professional experience section
• Use power verbs to start each one-liner in your work experience section
• Use only the appropriate tense of power verbs to write your one-liner points
• Write a resume summary only when your work experience is 3 years and above
• Write objectives only when you have 0 or less than 3 years of work experience or in case of a change in career
• Use the reverse chronology order to write your work experience section
• Avoid writing phrases for any of your key skills
• Provide only the correct details in your information section

Now that we have come to the end of our 2023 Guide on Librarian Resume, you are now ready to write your perfect librarian resume.

The guidelines in this resume guide will help you write a better library job resume than most resumes for librarians that are out there.

Go to Hiration resume builder and create a professional resume for yourself. Additionally, reach out to us at [email protected] and you can get 24/7 professional assistance with all your job & career-related queries.

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CareerOneStop  

Resume tutorial guides the job seeker through resources for resume types, design, and essential features.

Careers How-To Guide  

Tips from The Wall Street Journal's reporters and columnists. Resumes, interviews, etiquette, obstacles, economy, and additional topics.

Microsoft Office  

Templates with formatting. Various styles of resumes and cover letters. Sign up for a free personal account (not your MU account).

Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL)  

Everything for job search writing: applications, cover letters and correspondence, resume and CV guidance. Concise, specific, and useful explanations and examples. 

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Salary and benefits negotiations; geographical comparisons. Free basic Salary Wizard report.

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Please note: All appointments are scheduled within a 60 day timeframe. Availability opens up weekly.

Our trained NYPL One-on-One Job Support staff can help you:

• Write and format a basic resume and cover letter
• Complete employment applications
• Identify job search resources such as job boards
• Learn how to use NYPL databases, like Brainfuse JobNow
• Find partner organizations for job training, employment, professional clothing, and more

Looking for something more in-depth?

• Discover the NYPL Career Services Career Coaching service.
• Explore databases with career advice and job search tools.
• Find high-quality online resources .
• Sign up for workshops, seminars, and panels .

Important Information

• You may book four one-on-one job search appointments in a three-month period. We recommend that you work with one NYPL Career Service team member to assure the best benefit for you. Please contact [email protected] if you need to switch.
• Before the session, you will be contacted with information regarding your appointment.
• Bring resume/cover letter materials or send to [email protected] prior to appointment
• Know your email account name and password to use while completing job applications
• Identify clearly defined goals and expectations for the session
• Bring any questions or relevant information that you wish to share with the Career Services team member during the appointment

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One-on-One Job Search is a sought-after service; therefore, if you are unable to keep your appointment, immediately cancel as soon as possible, at least within 24 hours by using one of the following methods:

• Call Career Services at 212-592-7006 to leave a message or email [email protected] .
• Please include your name, appointment date/time, and any additional information you may have. An NYPL staff member will contact you as soon as possible within 36 hours (Monday - Friday).

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• Excessive no-shows will result in ineligibility for this service; please do not schedule an appointment you know you cannot keep.
• Without an e-mail address, you will not receive confirmation or reminders of your appointment.

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During this Program, you may be using a third-party platform such as Zoom or Google Meet, for the purpose of communication, collaboration, projects, etc. This service may collect some personally identifying information about you, such as name, username, email address, and password. This service will treat the information it collects about you pursuant to its own privacy policy, which can be found here: Zoom Privacy Policy or Google Meet Privacy Policy .

This Program uses a third-party website link. By clicking on the third-party website link, you will leave NYPL’s website and enter a website not operated by NYPL. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of every third-party website or service that you visit or use, including those third parties with whom you interact with through our Library services. For more information about these third-party links, please see the section of NYPL's Privacy Policy describing "Third-Party Library Services Providers."

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Looking for a job? The Library is a great place to start your job search, with resources for discovering a new career path, gaining new job skills, creating a cover letter and resume, and finding job opportunities. Free job search and career development programs, special job search computers, and staff help are available in the Library’s Job Resource Center located on level 7 at the Central Library.

Get Started with Your Job Search

We have partnered with WorkSource Seattle-King County to become a WorkSource Connection Site. WorkSource Partners are equal opportunity employers and provide employment and training services. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for persons with disabilities.

We have job search resources you can use for free, on our computers or anywhere with an internet connection.

Visit WorkSource Seattle-King County

For additional assistance, connect with WorkSource Seattle-King County to receive job seeker services.

Job Seeker Services at WorkSource Seattle-King County

Job Search Resources

Employers often advertise job openings in three ways:

• Individual company websites - Interested in a job at a specific company? Look on the company's Web site.
• Industry trade websites & listservs - Trade associations advertise jobs online. We can help you identify trade associations for your industry.
• Local and national job websites – the following is a list of local and national job search sites.

Here are a few examples: 

• AARP Job Search   - AARP works with employers who are interested in maintaining an age-diverse/experienced workforce.
• CareerBuilder - One of the oldest job search websites with free tools for creating resumes and cover letters.
• CASY   - This military-affiliated nonprofit organization supports a job board and career resources exclusively for Veterans, Transitioning Military and Military Spouses.
• City of Seattle Job Opportunities  - Create a NeoGov account to apply for career opportunities in departments of the City of Seattle. 
• Craigslist - Craigslist is a classified ads website that includes job listings in an easy to use, text-based format.
• Glass Door - Read reviews from candidates that interviewed for actual positions at a company, plus other "inside" information.
• Governmentjobs.com - GovernmentJobs.com is the largest public sector job board in the country. Automatically save your applications in a centralized place so you can keep track of where you've applied and check the status of your submission. 
• Idealist - For 25 years, Idealist has been supporting nonprofit organizations with job and internship postings, career fairs, and a graduate school directory.
• Indeed - Indeed.com is the most widely used website for job seekers, with thousands of jobs posted each day.
• Job Openings with King County   - Use your Governementjobs.com account to search and apply for career opportunities in King County departments.
• LinkedIn  - Limit your job search to companies where you have contacts with this professional networking platform for job seekers, entrepreneurs, and businesses.
• Monster - This widely used job search site is the official partner of WorkSourceWA.
• NWJobs - The Seattle Times hosts this local job board.
• USAJOBS   - Search for U.S. government jobs using the official job site of the United States federal government.
• Washington State Colleges and Universities - State colleges, universities, and technical colleges manage their recruitment and hiring independently. To find out about job openings at higher education institutions, check out their employment web sites.
• Working for Washington State   - Find a government job at a state agency in the in Washington State. Use your Governmentjobs.com account.
• WorkSource Seattle-King County - WorkSource Seattle-King County works with local organizations to connect job seekers with employers.
• WorkSource Washington - WorkSourceWA.com is your entry point to the WorkSource system. It offers all the industry-leading expertise of Monster.com, access to thousands of jobs and advanced job search tools, and connection to local WorkSource offices for expert job search assistance.
• ZipRecruiter  - Search over eight million job listings in the United States.

We offer many opportunities for gaining new job skills through  online learning , including  LinkedIn Learning  and  Microsoft Imagine Academy .

Coursera offers a variety of courses for upskilling and online learning, free for King county residents. Request free access through the WorkSource Job Seeker Services form .

Learn basic job skills in this series of virtual workshops.

• Basic Resume
• Career Exploration
• How to Write a Cover Letter
• Interview Skills
• LinkedIn for Beginners

Online Resources - Career Discovery & Job Skills

AARP Senior Community Service Employment Program - The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is the nation's oldest program to help low-income, unemployed individuals aged 55+ find work.

Apprenticeship & Nontraditional Employment for Women  - ANEW helps women learn more about construction trades and industrial careers in King County though free job counseling, financial support and workshops.

CareerOneStop  - The U.S. Department of Labor sponsors this website that tracks wage and salary information by occupation, location, and highest paying jobs.

Goodwill Job Training & Education Center - Develop and refresh your workplace skills with free in-person computer and vocational training.

Occupational Outlook Handbook  - Find educational requirements, earnings, working conditions, and hiring outlook for a full range of job types.

O*NET OnLine  - O*NET OnLine has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more.

O'Reilly Complete Public Library  - Improve your computer and business skills. Access nearly 50,000 titles, including 7,000 videos about computing, databases, programming, web design and more.

Puget Sound Welcome Back Center  - Puget Sound Welcome Back Center provides support for internationally educated professionals entering the job market in their field of study.

Washington Career Bridge  - Career Bridge is a state government website with education programs, career quiz, and labor market data.

Washington State Labor Market Info  - The Labor Market and Economic Analysis team provides data and analysis of Washington state's employment conditions, economy, job market and workforce.

WOIS/The Career Information System  - WOIS provides Washington state information on salaries, educational programs, schools and training requirements for various jobs. Includes tools to help you choose a career.

WorkSourceWA.com  - WorkSourceWA.com is your entry point to the WorkSource system. It offers all the industry-leading expertise of Monster.com, access to thousands of jobs and advanced job search tools, and connection to local WorkSource offices for expert job search assistance.

Technology Certification Exams

We have partnered with Washington State Library to offer free Intuit, Information Technology (IT) Specialist, Microsoft Certified Fundamentals, and Microsoft Office Specialist certification exams as a part of the Microsoft Learn program to those that currently live, work or attend college in Washington State.

Cover Letter & Resume

Find resources to help you create winning cover letters and resumes.

Indeed.com  - Easy and Free Resume Builder - Create your resume in minutes with Indeed's free resume builder. Download it to your computer or use it to apply for any job.

Jobscan Premium - Get additional resume and cover letter scans with Jobscan Premium. For premium access, Ask Us ( www.spl.org/Ask ) or call 206-386-4636.

Jobscan Resume Builder Tool - Jobscan’s resume builder is the easy way to create a winning resume that’s perfectly tailored for the job and formatted for pesky applicant tracking systems (ATS). Request additional free resume scans through Ask Us .

Microsoft Create - See examples of professional resumes and download customizable resume templates.

Resume Builder  - This easy to use resume builder from the Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County will help you create a professional resume.

Workshops - Attend no-cost workshops including Resume & Cover Letters, Interviewing, and more from our WorkSource partners.

Tutor.com Career Center

Connect to a career tutor in English, Spanish or Vietnamese for assistance with job searches and career resources.

• Find job opportunities online
• Send your cover letter or resume to a tutor and receive feedback within 24 hours.
• Get help completing an application
• Practice and prepare for an interview

English for Work

English for Work is a free, quarter-long program for immigrants and refugees to improve their English language skills and prepare for employment in the United States.

If you have a question or need help, Ask Us or call 206-386-4636.

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• Business Insights: Global    Detailed company and industry profiles including SWOT reports, market share reports, and financial reports.  Thousands of company histories and industry essays from Gale’s core business collection.  Case studies, scholarly journals, and business news for deep research coverage of global economies.
• App Access:  Click  Sign in and then click  “Sign in with your library card” then enter the library ID:  elmhurstpubliclibrary   click continue then enter your EPL library card number and PIN.  
• Mergent Intellect, powered by Hoovers, delivers comprehensive company, industry, and market intelligence. Our database of 12 million companies, with in-depth coverage of 40,000 of the world’s top business enterprises, is at the core of our business tools and services that customers find vital to their business operations. Hoover’s editorial staff of some 80 editors and researchers brings vital business information and knowledge to its coverage, updating the site daily to bring our visitors and subscribers the most up-to-date business information in the industry.
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• Reference Solutions (formerly ReferenceUSA) by Data Axle  Find information on 11 million US businesses. Search using a number of criteria including geography, size, SIC codes, ticker symbol and more. Provides directory information including contact, owner, major industry information and more. Need help? Need help? Try these training guides .

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Organizations:.

• Elmhurst Public Library
• City of Elmhurst
• Elmhurst University
• DuPage County School Districts
• DuPage County
• College of DuPage

Newspapers:

• Elmhurst Press (Suburban Life with Yahoo! Hot Jobs)
• Daily Herald (with Monster.com)
• Chicago SunTimes (with Monster.com)
• Chicago Tribune (with CareerBuilder.com)

Area Websites:

• Indeed.com – Elmhurst site
• Chicagojobs.com
• Chicagojobtalk.org
• Illinois Department of Employment Security

Job Search Engines

Job listings are pulled from job boards, company websites, newspapers, industry associations, online classifieds and more.

• Careerjet.com
• Jobster.com
• Simplyhired.com

National Job Listings

The first three sites are the well-known national job boards that include listings from companies and organizations all over the country and the world. They also include advice for job hunters.

• CareerBuilder.com
• Monster.com
• USA Jobs – Federal Government jobs

Planning Your Job Search

These meta sites are a great place to start your job search. They contain links for everything from specialized job listings to salary surveys to resume advice. The experts who maintain these meta sites review and screen all the sites they include to insure that users are getting quality information.

• Riley Guide A great place to start your job search! This site is very comprehensive. The A-Z Index is very helpful for finding specific websites.
• Job-hunt.org A well-organized site that includes many articles to advise job hunters.
• Jobhuntersbible.com Site of What Color is Your Parachute? author Richard Nelson Bolles.

Action Verbs and Keywords for Your Resume

• Quint Careers.com Link to action verbs by skill set, and using keywords in your resume.
• The Career Center at the University of Illinois also lists action verbs.
• Resumeminer.com on finding and using keywords.

Career Counseling

• WorkNet DuPage – This Career Center in Lisle has job search workshops, career counseling, job fairs, and job clubs. See the ABC-Channel 7 news report here .
• Career Services at the College of DuPage – The Career Services Center offers career resources and opportunities for students, alumni and residents of Community College District 502.
• At the library (see “FREE Career Counseling” above.)

Reference Books The Library has a number of company and employment directories. Several of these, such as the Directory of Executive Recruiters and the Illinois Manufacturers Directory, are located at the 2nd Floor Information Desk.

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• Resumes – 650.142
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Career planning website with tools to help map your future, whether looking ahead to college, apprenticeship, the military or other options. Also contains resources for counselors, parents, and teachers. Sponsored by the California Department of Education. 

Administers the Job Services, Employment & Training Services, Unemployment Insurance, Disability Insurance, Work Force Investment Act & Welfare-to-Work programs.

CalJOBS is a new enhanced online resource to navigate California's workforce services and provide employment and labor market information for the state.  Users can search for jobs, build résumés, access career resources, find qualified candidates for employment, and gather information on education and training programs.

• JobStar Postings for jobs in California. Has several regional subcategories, including Los Angeles and the Bay Area.

Considering a career as a teacher? Administered by the California State University System, this site provides information to help you to decide if it is right for you and how to become a California teacher.

Explore careers, salary + benefits, education + training, job search, resumes + interviews, people + places to help. Sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor. Includes access to a new online tool for job seekers, mySkills-myFuture .

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Detailed occupation information. List your skills to find possible career paths or alternative career paths.

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Teach California is the California Department of Education (CDE) website that provides information on teacher recruitment, preparation process and credentialing . The website covers information on elementary, secondary/middle, special education and career – technical education. 

Resource for potential teachers and students researching the state requirements for teaching certification.

Information on CBEST, CSET, CTEL, and RICA programs that enable you to register, find test preparation materials and services.

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CalJobs is a powerful online tool offered by the City of Los Angeles.  It is designed to assist job seekers or students in searching for the right job, and help employers who are looking for the best job candidates. CalJobs apps are also available for both iOS and Android devices, and can be downloaded for free from the iTunes App Store and Google Play . When users register for CalJobs, they gain access to a wider range of features, including a resume builder and online job applications.

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A centralized listing of employment opportunities from around the country. CareerBuilder powers the career sites of over 1,000 partner sites, including more than 300 newspapers and leading portals.  Also advice on resumes and interviews and suite of services for employers, as well.

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Locate federal jobs by category and region. You can even apply online.

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What to Include in a Resume

• Summary at the top of the resume that includes your strengths and experience
• Job history, including volunteer activities
• Educational history and additional training
• Organizations and memberships relevant to the job
• Contact information (name, phone, email) at the top

Resume Do's

• Use keywords from the job posting  and tailor your resume to suit each application.
• Be truthful. State your abilities accurately.
• Keep it brief. Try to limit your resume to one page, two pages at most.
• Be accurate. Proofread your resume for any errors. 
• Keep it up-to-date and professional. Make changes as they occur, and stick to plain-looking fonts to keep your resume timeless.

Resume Don'ts

• Avoid saying "References Upon Request", but do include references if there is room.
• Do not include Social Security #, birth date, marital status.

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• Brainfuse JobNow Valid Library card and password required for remote access. Free customizable, career-specific resume templates and resume resources. Get help from a resume expert from 2-11 PM Central, or submit your resume any time through the Resume Lab and receive detailed feedback in 24 hours.
• Google Docs Templates Offers free resume templates that are automatically saved and always available online - no need to save to USB. Requires a free Google account .
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CV vs. resume — what's the difference?

Both a resume and CV (curriculum vitae) are documents that outline your education, experience and skills. However, they differ in their purpose and layout.

• When applying to a job in the U.S., a resume is almost always the preferred document.
• In many other countries, a resume is known as a CV. However, the term CV refers to a different document in the U.S.
• In the U.S., CVs are most commonly used in academic environments, such as when applying to graduate school, jobs in academia or research positions.
• CVs are more detailed than resumes and may be many pages long, while resumes are concise, usually only 1-2 pages in length.
• CVs include more details on academic accomplishments including research, publications and teaching, while resumes focus on work experiences, education and skills.

What should I include in a CV?

*Note - for details about what to include in a resume, see our Vandal Resume Guide (PDF) .

Possible categories to include in your CV:

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• Conferences and workshops (attended or presented)
• Fellowships, grants or other funding
• Advising/mentoring
• Skills such as languages, technical, computer
• Service, volunteerism and leadership
• Areas of knowledge, expertise or research interest
• Awards and accomplishments
• Affiliations or memberships

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Seed Saving Class

Saturday, August 24 at 2:00 P.M. (Adult Programming) Join the Penn State Master Gardeners for a class on how to save your own seeds for future planting. Registration is required.

Sit & Stitch

Saturday, August 24 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. (Adult Programming) Join us for  our monthly yarn and string craft circle! All crafters, from knitting to crocheting to embroidery, are welcome […]

Building Block Party

Monday, August 26 at 10:00 A.M. (Youth Programming) Stop by the library to play and build with blocks with friends. For ages 1-5. No registration is required.

NPPL Board Meeting

Monday, August 26 at 6:00 P.M. (North Pocono Public Library Board) The Board of the North Pocono Public Library will be meeting in the community room of the library. This […]

No Preschool Stories Today

No Preschool Stories today! See you again on September 3, 2024!

Mexican Train Dominoes

Wednesdays at 12:00 P.M. (Adult Programming) Come play Mexican Train Dominoes every Wednesday in August and experience the thrill of the tiles with friends.

Open Air Terrarium Workshop

Wednesday, August 28 at 6:00 P.M. (Adult Programming) Learn all there is to know about planting an open air terrarium. Kristin of Peaches Greens will be returning to the library […]

Toddler Time (Session #1)

Fridays at 10:00 AM (Children's Programming) Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one […]

Toddler Time (Session #2)

Fridays at 11:00 AM (Children's Programming) Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one […]

Library CLOSED

The library will be closed Saturday, August 31 and Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day.

Farmers Market at North Pocono Public Library

Join us at North Pocono Public Library for a fabulous farmers market featuring fresh and local produce, meat, baked goods, flowers, beauty goods, home wares, and more! Visit our Facebook […]

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