Abstract Previous employment and educational background are two important criteria used to evaluate candidates for vacant library director positions. Search committee members seek individuals who demonstrate the potential and ability to provide inspirational and visionary leadership. This study examines previous employment and educational background of library directors from the Association of American Universities (AAU). Results indicate that most directors have previously worked as a library director or associate director in large, complex library systems. Their responsibilities in previous positions show an upward trajectory of advanced administrative activities. In addition, 88% of the directors have earned the MLIS, while 38% had attained a doctorate.

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AAU 图书馆馆长：过去的工作和教育证书

摘要 以前的工作经历和教育背景是评估图书馆馆长职位空缺候选人的两个重要标准。搜索委员会成员寻找能够提供鼓舞人心和有远见的领导能力的个人。本研究调查了美国大学协会 (AAU) 图书馆馆长以前的就业和教育背景。结果表明，大多数馆长以前曾在大型复杂图书馆系统中担任图书馆馆长或副馆长。他们在以前的职位上的职责表明高级行政活动呈上升趋势。此外，88% 的董事获得了 MLIS，而 38% 的董事获得了博士学位。