Finding my dream job and still using my skills Marian Doucette OALT/ABO Conference | April 30, 2016 #RENEWAL2016

I’m Marian. I work in online communications.

I’m an energetic “wired” woman.

Essential Skills …the skills that people need for learning, work and life. They are used in the community and the workplace, in different forms and at different levels of complexity. #RENEWAL2016,, Human Resources and Skills Development Canada

Requirements Communication skills Independent worker Attention to detail Analytical skills Problem solver Critical thinker Enjoy technology Team player Curious #RENEWAL2016

Skills learned Use reference tools Catalogue Programming Marketing & publicity Computer coding Conduct reference interviews

Library Technician Skills Graduate LTs have ability to: Communicate clearly with patrons, co- workers & supervisors Follow library policies & procedures Count change & handle money Work with computer applications Work with & troubleshoot office machines, such as copiers #RENEWAL2016,,

LIBRARY TECHNICIAN ?

Job Titles Research Assistant Branch Assistant Branch Supervisor Circulation Clerk Technical Writer Reference Assistant Knowledge Manager Database Coordinator Library/Media Technician Fund Development Coordinator Information Architect Library System Vendor #RENEWAL2016

I am a networked library technician.

Physically I am here.

Virtually I am everywhere.

In 1965, the world population was less than half what it is now

Technology has advanced.

There is no magic. There is only knowledge, more or less hidden. #RENEWAL2016,, Gene Wolf, Shadow and Claw

Annually we generate more unique information than in the previous 5,000 years put together.

finding information is like trying to drink from a waterfall

information professionals have never been so vital

gatekeepers of information

information launchpad

we are embedded library technicians (independent, roving, or online)

mobile, mobile, mobile

be the guide

we still have books

2010 UK survey What would MOST encourage you to visit the library more?

2010 UK survey What would MOST encourage you to visit the library more? The winner (32%)

2010 UK survey What would most encourage you NOT to visit the library more?

2010 UK survey What would most encourage you NOT to visit the library more? The winner (23%)

being a library technician is awesome

It’s all about people …you wouldn’t believe the number of interviewees who sit before me talking about books and procedures…. It’s a big giveaway that they don’t understand what librarianship is all about and aren’t right for the profession. #RENEWAL2016,, Andy Priestner, University of Cambridge

technology

you NEED to network

there is NO career ladder

join a professional body

get on Twitter

start, read, contribute to blogs

do something!

Marian Doucette Online Communications Coordinator Huron County Health Unit Tel: x2305 #RENEWAL2016