Pros
This is a place to get your foot in the door, decide if you want to work in libraries long term. Most employees are looking elsewhere, as there are few positions within the system that are worth staying more than 6 months to 2 years.
Cons
The lowest paid employees--especially circulation assistants and information specialists-- are regularly expected to work above their pay grade. Pay is insulting to begin with. HR does not negotiate salary with these employees, and all increases over the minimum pay are denied by the Director of HR (who makes six figures). Admin is out of touch with the public service employees and does not take their concerns or complaints seriously. Branch mangers, regional managers do what they can, but are often overworked themselves and are constantly facing understaffing due to the low salary and poor working conditions.