Work!

My job hunt... I sent out several resumes. I looked in 7 different counties in Ohio and Kentucky. And sure enough, I had interviews with 2 systems. These interviews led to offers. One for a youth services librarian (birth - teen) and one for a teen services librarian. I was floored. Both are great systems, just outside of Cincinnati. Youth services would give me great experience working with all ages. In the end, I chose the teen services position. Teen services is where I want to work. The staff I met were extremely nice. The previous teen services librarian was promoted to the information services manager, so my boss is a teen advocate. The branch itself is new, but still offers a diverse population. The location is more convenient, and is only 10 minutes from where I used to live. It just seemed like a good fit, a place I could stay for a long time.

My advice is super cheesy: be yourself and do your best to show your passion. I can think of a million things I would do better in my interviews. But whatever I did do, it worked. My nerdy stories and portfolio couldn't have hurt ;o)

I start next Wednesday. This works out really well, since my mother is having surgery Monday. I'll be home to help Monday and when she comes home Tuesday. The weekend rotation should even work out for Buckeye football season, but I'll know for sure once I start.