One needs
reference information, in which «lookup» content is often the requirement and this is more effectively done electronically, whereas at the
other end, narrative reading for pleasure and perhaps not at a desk,
lends itself
to print.
Librarian Temple University, Kalispell, MT 2008 — Present • Analyze patrons» requests for library materials and assist in furnishing them • Explain the use of library facilities and resources • Assist patrons in locating unusual or unique information in response
to specific requests • Organize the collection of books, publications, periodicals and documents for convenient access • Develop and implement library policies and procedures and ensure that they are followed through • Coordinate the efforts of study groups and provide them with access
to resources such as audio - visual tools and
reference materials • Code and classify books and resources and develop information access aids such as electronic pathfinders and web pages • Arrange for interlibrary loaning and liaise with different suppliers and vendors
to ensure sufficient resources are obtained • Maintain records of patrons and books and periodicals
lent and returned • Organize and oversee study groups by liaising with
other libraries and schools