Redefining the professional in our field

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Document Information:
Title:	Redefining the professional in our field
Author(s):	James Lund, (Red Wing Public Library, Red Wing, Minnesota, USA)
Citation:	James Lund, (2012) "Redefining the professional in our field", Bottom Line: Managing Library Finances, The, Vol. 25 Iss: 2, pp.53 - 55
Keywords:	Libraries, Professional, Professional qualifications, Retirement, Succession
Article type:	Viewpoint
DOI:	10.1108/08880451211256351 (Permanent URL)
Publisher:	Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Abstract:	Purpose – The purpose of this article is to consider alternative qualifications for professional public library positions. Design/methodology/approach – The author reflects on the necessary qualifications for professional public library positions following a recent library clerk recruitment. Findings – The paper finds that credentialed professionals in other fields may serve the mission of the public library equally or better than credentialed librarians. Originality/value – The paper offers a practical commentary on changes that may necessitate a redefinition of who is needed to fill professional positions in public libraries.