Tell us a story that you could tell to a group of children.
Technical Services Librarian Interview Questions
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Talk about how you'd handle it if a patron requests a book that contains offensive or sensitive content. How would you handle a situation where a patron is upset by the content of a book like that?
How comfortable are you working with the needs of adolescents/the elderly?
You are helping a young patron, when an adult joins the line and the phone rings. How do you address the situation?
If a young patron approaches you and asks for a rated R movie, how would you react?
Describe a time when you had to complete a project on a team. What were the challenges and how did you overcome them?
How do you handle a situation when a patron asks a question that you do not know the answer to; what about this position/role interested you in applying
Tell us a time when you had to work with a difficult customer. Say I'm a teen who comes up and asks you for recommendations similar to "The Maze Runner." How do you respond? What's the last YA novel you have read? Why do you want this job?
Why do you want to be a Youth Services Librarian with Omaha Public Library? Please discuss the importance of public libraries to society. Omaha Public Library's vision statement is, "Omaha is a vital and vibrant city, with Omaha Public Library as an essential catalyst, collaborator and connector." Please discuss what this means to you and explain how you will contribute to this vision. Like many cities, Omaha has a population of immigrants and refugees. Please discuss your experience working with these populations and your strategies for success. If asked to plan a 30-minute presentation to math teachers in the public schools, how would you begin? What is the future of youth services in public libraries? What is the most important thing you learned in library school?
Q. Tell us about your experience recommending books to youth. What are your favorite books for children, tweens, or teens?
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