Be prepared to work with books and find a level of comfort with computer technology. Many public librarians feel the on-going challenge of our profession, is a commitment to continuing education. On a daily basis there is a need to develope creative ways to find and deliver information. Librarians need to keep abreast of current technological trends, and how best to use them. This commitment to continuing education also involves a knowledge of current local, state and federal events, and contemporary themes.
Public libraries contribute to a library culture with the library programs held for the community.
The public library becomes a forum for communities. Continually sharpening your educational skills, will allow you to keep your library culture both creative and fresh. The ability of public libraries to deliver both information and programming is based on public funding and private donations. Public librarians need to create and follow budgets. Public librarians will work with public officials, trustees and community leaders to seek the funding required for a robust community library.