Evaluating the Skills of the Systems Librarian.

Chu, Felix T.

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Publication Date: 1990

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Evaluating the Skills of the Systems Librarian.

Chu, Felix T.

Journal of Library Administration, v12 n1 p91-102 1990

Analyzes the skills required of systems librarians as indicated by job advertisements. Three broad responsibilities are identified: planning, installation and implementation, and maintenance. It is concluded that lack of understanding of how computers function as tools in libraries has impeded a clear definition of the duties of systems librarians. (13 references) (CLB)

Descriptors: Employee Responsibility, Employment Qualifications, Job Analysis, Library Automation, Library Equipment, Library Planning, Occupational Information

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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