🌟 Join our team: @heritagecouncil.ie/@nlireland.bsky.social #Conservation Internship 2026 🌟 ➡️ More info about the role + application form: www.nli.ie/about-us/wor... 📅 Please note that the closing date for receipt of applications is 10th April 2026, at 3pm. #jobfairy

New County Librarian posting! ✒️ Check it out!

And that’s it for #CDGCareers2026 Huge thanks to our wonderful speakers. We learned so much from them and we really appreciate them taking the time to come and speak to us 👏👏👏👏 We hope all of our attendees found this event useful and keep an eye on our socials for more coming soon!

Everyone’s dreaded question: what is your biggest weakness? Johanna says a way around this is to show how you have dealt with this weakness and what you have done to overcome it. #CDGCareers2026

Great points from both David and Johanna. Don’t be afraid to go into the library and speak to people who can teach you more about the role. Also don’t hesitate to reach out to the organisation’s HR department if you have any questions about the position. #CDGCareer2026

What if you have a presentation? 📊 Here are the skills to get you through it! #CDGCareers2026

To summarize the final points, it is always good to summarize. ;) Dr Johanna Archbold closes out her slide deck with these final thoughts. #CDGCareers2026

From public to academic libraries, demonstrating your competency is key - great to see @johannaarch.bsky.social reinforcing points from David's presentation @laicdgroup.bsky.social #CDGCareers2026

Grade 6s - professional roles which are trusted to represent the library. Here's the key skills after bringing in your academic skills. 🎓

Grade 5s are next up - do you have the skills to manage a desk? 🫵 Do you have ideas of improvement? ✒️ Give examples. Show that you have these examples that show the fine details.

What are we looking for with Grades 3 and 4 for Librarians? Competency is key. Make that clear in your interview. 📒 #CDGCareers2026

Next up, we have Dr Johanna Archbold from ATU Library. She has an over 10 year hiring manager career. She is going to set out her discussion about what hiring managers are looking for. Looking forward to hearing her speak! #CDGCareers2026

Some tips on answering interview questions from David: use real examples and the STAR method. Be concise and clear. It's okay to talk about failures, just be sure to also talk about how you learned from the experience @laicdgroup.bsky.social #CDGCareers2026

Competency based interviews: remember to always have a backup! @laicdgroup.bsky.social #CDGCareers2026

The closing minutes of an interview are an opportunity to reinforce your suitability for the role. Keep it brief, but use this time to hit on any points you may have missed. #CDGCareers2026

Be aware of word counts on application forms. Going above the word limit suggests an inability to communicate concisely and effectively. #CDGCareers2026

Don’t forget to highlight your soft skills and have examples to back them up. Some examples of soft skills include communication, adaptability and professionalism. #CDGCareers2026

Clear, concise communication is extremely important. Use real examples, demonstrate what you learned and be prepared for follow-up questions. #CDGCareers2026

First impressions DO matter. There are countless studies to back this up. Pay attention to things like presentation, eye contact, punctuality and your demeanour. #CDGCareers2026

We’re all terrified of freezing in a job interview. So what do we do if it happens? David says take a glass of water and allow yourself a second to pause and reset your focus. #CDGCareers2026

Preparation is key when it comes to job interviews. It’s not enough to simply Google the organisation - David outlines there’s a lot more to it than that. #CDGCareers2026

What do interviewers look for?? Four key pillars to pay attention to include communication, evidence, culture and professionalism. #CDGCareers2026

And we’re off! First up this evening we have David O’Brien. David was appointed Cork City Librarian in 2020 and has served on a number of interview panels over the years. David brings a wealth of experience to our webinar this evening and we are so delighted to have him. #CDGCareers2026

‼️ Starting soon ‼️ We’ll be ready to kick off in the next 10 minutes or so for our CV and interview tips event. Find a cosy spot, grab a cup of tea and be ready to take some notes! 📝 #CDGCareers2026

⚠️⚠️⚠️ LAST FEW TICKETS REMAINING!!! This is your final call to get tickets for our CV and interview tips event, taking place tonight at 7pm. You can also join the waitlist to secure a spot if a ticket becomes available. Link to the Eventbrite page here: www.eventbrite.ie/e/starting-o...

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📣 Registration is now open for our next event! Starting Out and Stepping Up: Interviewing at any level for LIS professionals 📆 Monday 23rd March @ 7pm 📍Online via Zoom 🎟️ Free! Get your tickets on Eventbrite here: www.eventbrite.ie/e/starting-o...

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Trinity College Dublin is hiring for the role of Senior Bibliographer. Closing Date: 10 March 2026. See more information here: www.tcd.ie/hr/vacancies/ #LISjobs #LISjobsIE

Assistant Librarian role at Marsh’s Library. Closing date: March 13th 2026. See more information here: libraryjobs.ie/item/assista... #LISjobs #LISjobsIE

Kildare County Council are hiring a Senior Library Assistant. Closing date: March 5th 2026 www.publicjobs.ie/en/?option=c... #LISjobsIE

NIVAL are hiring for the role of Library Assistant. This is a permanent position, 0.5 FTE Closing date: March 10th 2026 www.rezoomo.com/job/93473/ #LISjobsIE #LISjobs

Waterford County Council are hiring for the position of Senior Library Assistant. Closing date: March 5th 2026. See here for more information: www.publicjobs.ie/en/?option=c...

UCC Library looking for a Scholarly Communications Librarian 📣 #LISjobsIE

Marsh's Libraray is seeking a Library Assistant. 📣 #LISjobsIE marshlibrary.ie/assistant-li...

📣 Last few days to apply!! #LISjobsIE #jobalert

TU Dublin is hiring for a Research Support Librarian 📣 Closing date: 13th February 2026 More information can be found here: www.tudublin.ie/explore/jobs... #LISjobs #LISjobsIE #jobalert

The National Library of Ireland is hiring for an Assistant Keeper in Photographic Collections 📣 Closing date: 27th February 2026 More information can be found here: www.nli.ie/about-us/wor... #LISjobs #LISjobsIE #jobalert

ATU (Sligo campus) are welcoming applications for the role of library assistant. More information can be found here: www.publicjobs.ie/en/?option=c... #LISjobs #LISjobsIE #jobalert

Donegal County Council are hiring for the role of Senior Library Assistant 📣 Closing date: 9/2/2026 For more information see the following: www.publicjobs.ie/en/?option=c... #LISjobs #LISjobsIE #jobalert

Donegal County Council are hiring for the role of Library Assistant 📣 Closing date: 9/2/2026 For more information see the following: www.publicjobs.ie/en/?option=c... #LISjobs #LISjobsIE #jobalert

🥁 Introducing our 2026 committee!! 🥁 Great to see so many familiar faces and a huge welcome to all of our new members. We have some really exciting events up our sleeves for 2026 so keep an eye out 👀 Here’s to another great year!!! 👏 #LAICDG2026

#jobalert Brilliant opportunity with the NLI!! #LISjobsIE #LISjobs #jobfairy

Research and Training Librarian | Office of the Attorney General | closing date 15/01/2026 #lisjobsie #lawlibrarians @biall.org.uk publicjobs.tal.net/vx/mobile-0/...

#lisjobsie ICEP Europe - Institute of Child Education and Psychology: College Librarian www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/43...

💼 Digital Learning Services Officer in @ucclibrary.bsky.social 📅 noon, Tuesday, 13th January 2026 🔗 www.ucc.ie/en/hr/vacanc... #LISjobsIE

Thank you to our wonderful speakers this evening and also to our fabulous attendees!! 👏👏👏 Now we move on to our AGM - we hope to see many new faces in the 2026 committee 🤞

Clear communication from managers is essential for supporting neurodivergent staff. Having strong library policies and encouraging staff to work on projects that they are passionate about are also beneficial #CDGND

For spaces to truly be inclusive, they should be co-created. Brings to mind the "Nothing about us without us" slogan #CDGND