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RedDeerGuy1's avatar

How do I find out if I would like being a refrerence librarian?

Asked by RedDeerGuy1 (24945points) December 2nd, 2016

Just wondering.

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janbb's avatar

Well, you can ask to shadow one at the library and observe what they do but I hope you realize that being a reference librarian requires both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree first.

chyna's avatar

What about being a volunteer at your local library?

RedDeerGuy1's avatar

@chyna My knees cant take constant stooping. My local library isn’t hiring.

cazzie's avatar

Don’t we have a resident penguin who can help with this question?

janbb's avatar

@cazzie She waddled in and answered first with a different avatar.

cazzie's avatar

Oh… I’m such a moron. forgive me.

janbb's avatar

Not a problem. I’ll be donning my penguin suit again soon.

Darth_Algar's avatar

Why would you want to be a reference librarian? What specifically appeals to you about that job?

RedDeerGuy1's avatar

@Darth_Algar Its like being paid to research and answer questions. Sounds like fun.

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