Similar in nature to a resume, a curriculum vitae (CV) is used within academia to provide a detailed overview of a Librarian’s/Archivist’s (candidate) professional career.
The Univeristy of Waterloo Library (Library) does not have a prescribed CV format or length. The format and style of one candidate’s CV will vary from another candidate’s CV based on career path and professional area of expertise, activity or service.
A CV submitted for advancement within the Library should:
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use consistent voice and formatting;
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incorporate elements that facilitate quick reference such as clearly defined headings, white space and use of bullet points or summarization; and
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follow Waterloo’s Writing Style Guide, where appropriate, including guidelines for acronyms and abbreviations guidelines.
The candidate is responsible for determining the order and presentation of information, but the CV should include reference to:
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education;
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employment;
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professional development or training;
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professional activities including presentations, workshops or publications; and
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professional service.
Where relevant, it may also include sections focused on:
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awards and achievements;
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non-professional volunteer work;
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professional memberships;
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skills; and
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other categories that best reflect the candidate and their career.
