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Working in Public Libraries

Working in Public Libraries. Darren Smart, Strategic Manager Operations, Libraries, Registration and Archives, Kent County Council. Sector in Brief. Public libraries are undergoing rapid transformation Level of opportunity for professional librarians has diminished

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Working in Public Libraries

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  1. Working in Public Libraries Darren Smart, Strategic Manager Operations, Libraries, Registration and Archives,Kent County Council

  2. Sector in Brief • Public libraries are undergoing rapid transformation • Level of opportunity for professional librarians has diminished • Varies considerably between Local Authorities • More in specialist roles

  3. Wide range of jobs available • Vary considerably between LAs • Bewildering array of job titles • Operational • Managerial • Specialist • Do not limit yourself

  4. Key Skills & Attributes • Standard professional skills • Varies by role • People skills • Change management • Project management • Grant writing • Partnership working • Can do attitude

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