Would you apply for this job?

[msmemory_archive]

So the posting reads in part:

Description: Full time (9-5, M-F) position. Research and respond to reference requests, using both print and internet sources. Some shelving/filing may be required. Organize materials and coordinate
continuing education classes. Some accounting work as well. Help
brainstorm/implement changes in services and procedures.

Qualifications: Looking for a friendly, understanding (our patrons have varied levels of insurance knowledge), dedicated, and detail oriented person. Bachelors degree required, MLS preferred. Excellent customer service, organizational and reference/research skills required. Familiarity with the Insurance Industry highly desired. Must be computer literate. Experience with Quick books and Microsoft Access a big plus. Knowledge of different cataloging programs also beneficial.

Salary: DOE mid 20's to low 30's plus benefits and possible tuition reimbursement.
(end of excerpt)

Now, they're looking for someone with a BA and maybe a Master's degree, or someone they will sponsor through a Master's program, not someone like me with a Master's and 15+ years' experience, but I have to wonder how many people they're going to get applying when they want to pay $25K-30K.

I would sure like to get back to full-time librarianship, instead of half-time librarian, half-time administrative support, but not at the expense of my pocketbook, thanks very much!

Comments

[tpau]

they'd get someone like my mother, who has a bachelors in German education form russia, and about 10 years of workign in a library. and she is not makign as much as they are offering. so, she would definitly apply.

Yup.

[(Anonymous)]

Certainly I would apply (if I were you). I would go in and wow them. They would really want you for the job. And then they would talk about salary, and you would have to inform them that you absolutely need $x.

And either they would hang their heads and say, "Sorry, we can't afford that", or they would say "We'll have to get back to you" and go argue for you in front of the High Council of HR.

One way, you get experience interviewing and perhaps a few more contacts. The other way, you get a job.

-dsr-

[dawn-kitten.livejournal.com]

They sound like foolish humans. If they want cream, they should be prepared to pay for cream, not for skim milk that looks good. Maybe it's worth convincing them of the error of their ways, I don't know. Humans can be so stubborn sometimes.

Good luck!!!!
Your friend,
Dawn