Workforce planning for library and information science (original) (raw)

2004, Library & Information Science Research

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The paper discusses the historical context of workforce planning in library and information science (LIS), illustrating how the profession has often reacted to labor market changes rather than proactively managing them. It highlights significant past study findings, particularly projections by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and King Research, which documented fluctuations in librarian supply and demand. The challenges related to recruitment and retention of librarians are examined, alongside the influences affecting the appeal of librarianship as a career choice, indicating persistent issues that have implications for future workforce planning in this field.