Been trying to find a couple of part time jobs to work around my course schedule this semester. I’ve spent some time the last couple of days trying to tart up my resume so it reflects my most recent archives experience. It’s looking pretty good, I must say. I have a few different versions, as one should, so they’re also rather flexible.

I’ve only applied to two jobs thus far: one where I might not be entirely qualified, and one where I’m overqualified. It’s a strange place to be. I am always keeping my eye out for other appropriate opportunities, though. My advice for job seeking in this environment? Keep scouring the job lists, and apply as soon as you see something interesting. In this field, in this town, jobs are snatched up quickly. Especially the para-professional ones.

I’d be willing to bet that nearly all para-professional library jobs in this area are filled with Simmons GSLIS students. There’s an understanding that we’re all competing for the same jobs. And we’re not all crazy and cutthroat, either, which is nice. I’ve heard that in schools for other professions, the grad students are much more bloodthirsty in their quest for employment. It’s nice to engage in friendly competition without fear of incuring the wrath of fellow librarians-to-be.

“The Wrath of Librarians” would make a great movie.