Electronic computers have caused numerous changes in medical health sciences, and the abilities of the computer are so great that much research thinking, administrative planning, and other medical activities are controlled largely by what the machine can do. However, developments in computer technology have occurred in different areas with little…

Phase I of "A Task Analysis of Library Jobs in the State of Illinois" (ED 040723), the SERD Report (Social, Educational Research and Development, Inc.) is viewed as a working document. The need in Phase II is to relate the data collected to real library situations. One objective of Phase II is to obtain opinions from professional…

Some insights gained in a first principalship are shared in hopes they may prove helpful to other new or aspiring principals in understanding the requirements of the job. (Author/MLF)

This article discusses the Employer Recognition Program initiated by the National Society of Professional Engineers to encourage employers to give closer attention to the needs of their professional engineering employees and to provide visibility and recognition to those who do. (CS)

Discussed is the role of the National Society of Professional Engineers in its support of legislation to increase opportunities for women in careers in science and engineering. (CS)

A French-English glossary of 205 terms referring to personnel in the hotel business. (AMH)

The contributions of the school business executive to produce both economic results and people results are dependent on recognition of the importance of people consciousness. The Dale Carnegie organization is an example of the awareness of personal needs. (Author/MLF)

The purpose of this article is to discuss occupational analysis systems and to locate this place in the military system. (Author)

Role description and future employment outlook for paraprofessionals in information services. (STS)

The author provides information about jobs in the field of aging. Both service and administrative jobs are discussed. Educational requirements for each type of job are described. A list of resources on aging-related jobs is included. (CH)

Describes the responsibilities and recommended qualifications of a youth services department head. The importance of attention to statistics and library policy is emphasized. (MES)

Reports results from an annual survey of newspaper help-wanted advertisements for secretarial jobs. Results indicate that the job market is strong, with over 25 percent more advertisements than in 1987. Reasons for this growth are presented, along with breakdowns on job classifications, employer types, and job requirements. (CH)

Reports on a survey of 111 children's librarians in Illinois public libraries which gathered data on educational preparation, job histories, present positions, career choices, opportunities for advancement, and opinions on what others could do to help children's librarians. Ten tables are included, and six references are listed. (MES)

To define and measure the emergence and existence of an occupation, occupational program consultant, the authors empirically tested its existence by comparing job roles of persons who trained in social work to those trained in business administration. A high degree of similarity was found, suggesting a new occupation. (Author/JOW)

This analysis of the U.S. Department of Labor's "Dictionary of Occupational Titles" as a literary and cultural document, looks at its (1) history; (2) job classification scheme; (3) egalitarianism; (4) cultural and literary value; and (5) humor. Five references are listed. (MES)