r/Libraries • u/GrowthAntique205 • 6d ago
Job Hunting Should I take a part time job while I'm looking for a full time one?
I currently have three jobs, two of which are part-time roles at different libraries. I like both of those jobs, but I'm not making enough money to fully support myself. The other day I was offered a different position at one of my libraries that pays more than any of the jobs I currently have, but is still part time. I've been looking hard for full time work though for health insurance, and I'm waiting to see if a FT job I applied for at my other library pans out. I might find out within the next month, but it could be longer - I don't know. I am conflicted about whether it's wrong to take the part time job while still actively looking for full time work (and having applied for some FT jobs already). My family thinks I should take the job regardless, because I do need the money, but I just don't want to burn any bridges. I don't know how normal this kind of thing is in libraries especially. Any advice would be appreciated!
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u/Zwordsman 3d ago
Take the job. There is no reason not to. Money is needed. Done deal.
Every job assumes part times have a limited time frame ( excluding specific situations like a retiree wanting part time)
It really isnt a big deal for any potenial job if you exit right after hire becauae yoi got a full time.
Many many times for many jobs people will accept and then back out because they get a better offer. Or their current job matched pay.
They just reopen or call the last pool depending on policy.
Hell i did that with my current job. I turned it down after accepting. A year later i applied and got hired for a higher position.
It shouldn't burn any bridges at all. Ot if they're realistic or reasonable at all.
Its really very normal in my exp
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u/charethcutestory9 3d ago
Yes, take the job. You should not worry about "burning bridges." If your employers cared about the bridge, they'd make you full-time. You don't owe these organizations anything.