On Thu, 17 Jul 1997, William S. Hanable wrote:

> Our professional organizations (AASLH, AAM, etc.) occasionally conduct
> salary surveys.  Is anyone aware of a survey that compares compensation for
> historian, curator, and similar positions with compensation for positions in
> other fields that require similar academic preparation and professional
> expertise and experience?


Librarians too face similar problems.  Most positions require extensive
education and experience, e.g., an undergrad degree, an MLS and
often a second subject specialty Masters plus technical expertise and
experience and multiple years experience in "ever more responsible
supervisory positions" -- all to earn $25,000/year!

Check the SLA (Special Libraraies Association) website (http://www.sla.org) or
the ALA (American Library Association) website (http://www.ala.org) for
their annual salary surveys.  Makes for interesting and occasionally
depressing reading.

Now, try looking for a career as a museum librarian -- a double-whammy!

Moira Steven MA, MLIS
Vancouver, B.C.
Canada


> William S. Hanable
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