At long last, after months of being without a Systems Librarian, we are interviewing candidates. It is a difficult position to find qualified people to fill. There are many librarians, but few with systems expertise. And of that tiny pool, fewer still wanting to live in Rochester, NY. And of that even smaller pool, fewer still who wish to work for a small, religious, private liberal arts college where the salaries are, shall we say, not very competitive.
Really, none of the candidates we have arrived at are strong in all the required areas. We hope that somehow, magically, when we meet them in person, we will see a way for them to easily pick up the piece they are missing.
So today we meet the first candidate. He will be checking us out as much as we are looking at him. I recall interviews I have participated in, on both sides of the process. I have to say I am really glad I am not seeking a job. I am extremely grateful for my job here and hope it stays that way for a long time.
Ready, set, greet.
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