If you've ever wondered what you might need to know to get started working in a public library, Unintentional Librarian will get you pointed in the right direction. Whether you are a high school or college student who wants to work evenings at your local library or a seasoned professional looking to shift gears into something new, this book will help you understand what you need to know to get in the door and what you might experience once you're there. Readers will learn the basics of service principles, collection management, library programming, community building, how privacy is viewed in the library, and much more.