I know from personal experience that looking for entry-level library work is a difficult process, especially with the library job market being what it is right now. I have to say, though, that it’s even worse when you’re on the brink of moving to a new location!
Bryan and I are in the middle of a back-and-forth with a church in Omaha where he will (in theory) be starting his first call as an associate pastor. I, of course, am trying to get as much of a head start as possible in looking for library work in the area. I learned the hard way some time ago that libraries can take a terribly long time to get in touch with applicants (which generally isn’t their fault, as I recognize the sheer amount of red tape and other roadblocks involved), and I know that applying as early as possible is the best strategy. I’ve been combing all kinds of job sites and library web pages for possiblities and applying for just about everything I’m qualified for–or that I’m about to be qualified for. So far I’ve had one rejection and one “apply again when you’re settled,” which isn’t helping my anxiety!
Fortunately, I’m also following up my secondary job specialty, data entry. I figure that even if I can’t find a library job right away, I can at least earn income in the meantime. Not to mention the not-unlikely possibility that I’ll need a second (part-time) job to supplement the income from my (likely part-time) library position.
Ah, well. I’m staying as optimistic–and patient–as possible. After, all impatience can at least wait until I officially have my degree! 
